Engine Installation

Engine Installation

Special Tools Required
Universal eyelet 07AAK-SNAA120

1. Install the accessory brackets, and tighten their bolts to the specified torque.





2. Install the engine into position in the vehicle.

NOTE: Reinstall the mounting bolts and support nuts in the sequence given. Failure to follow this sequence may cause excessive noise and vibration, and reduce bushing life.

3. Install the right side engine mount bracket, then tighten the bolts and nut in the numbered sequence shown.





4. Tighten the support nut on the left side engine mount bracket.





5. Connect the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister hose.








6. '00 - 05 models: Install the brake booster vacuum hose (A), fuel return hose (B) and fuel feed hose (C), using new washers (D).








7. '06 - 08 models: Connect the brake booster vacuum hose (A) and fuel feed hose (B), then install the quick-connect fitting cover (C).





8. '06 - 08 models: Install the intake manifold cover.





9. Install the upper radiator hose.





10. Install the heater hoses (A) and the lower radiator hose (B).





11. Raise the vehicle on the lift.
12. Install the engine stop bracket (A), then install the engine stop bracket cushion (B).





13. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
14. Push the engine control module (ECM) connectors through the bulkhead, then install the grommet (A).








15. Install the battery cable (B) on the auxiliary underhood fuse/relay box. Install the ground cable (C) and harness clamps (D).
16. Install the harness clamps (A), then install the battery cable (B) on the main under-hood fuse/relay box.





17. Install the electrical power steering (EPS) control unit.





18. '00 - 05 models: Install the vacuum tank.





19. '00 - 05 models: Install the throttle cable, then adjust the cable.
20. Connect the ECM connectors (A) and dashboard wire harness A connectors (B).








21. Install the transmission.
22. Install the battery.
23. Clean the battery posts and cable terminals, then assemble them and apply grease to prevent corrosion.
24. Inspect for fuel leaks. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II) (do not operate the starter) so that the fuel pump runs for about 2 seconds and pressurizes the fuel line. Repeat this operation three times, then check for fuel leakage at any point in the fuel line.
25. Refill the engine with engine oil.
26. Refill the radiator with engine coolant, and bleed air from the cooling system with the heater valve open.
27. Check that the transmission shifts into gear smoothly.
28. Do the ECM reset procedure.
29. Do the ECM idle learn procedure.
30. '06 - 08 models: Do the crankshaft position (CKP) pattern clear/CKP pattern learn procedure.
31. Inspect the idle speed.
32. Inspect the ignition timing.
33. Enter the anti-theft code for the audio system, then enter the audio presets. Set the clock.