Installation Procedure
Installation- Tools Required
- J 36660 Torque Angle Meter
1. Install the engine hoist.
2. Remove the engine assembly from the J 36854
NOTICE: Do not apply an excessive amount of sealant to the flywheel retaining bolt threads. Applying too much sealant will result in the sealant overflowing the bolt seat. This could cause the bolt to break loose during vehicle operation.
3. Apply GM P/N 12345493, or the equivalent, to the flywheel retaining bolt threads (1).
4. For vehicles equipped with an Automatic Transmission, install the flywheel retaining bolts (1-8) to the crankshaft.
- Tighten the eight flywheel retaining bolts in sequence for Automatic Transmission to 83 Nm (61 ft. lbs.).
NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
5. For vehicles equipped with a Manual Transmission, install the flywheel retaining bolts to the crankshaft.
Tighten the eight flywheel retaining bolts in sequence for Manual Transmission to 49 Nm (36 ft. lbs.). After the proper torque has been reached, use a J 36660 and tighten the flywheel bolts an additional 90 degrees.
6. For vehicles equipped with manual transmission, install the following items.
- The pressure plate assembly
- The clutch disc
7. Install the engine assembly. Lower the engine into the engine compartment while ensuring clearance on all sides.
8. Install the two upper transmission to engine mounting bolts.
9. Install the four lower transmission to engine mounting bolts.
- Tighten the transmission to engine mounting bolts to 64 Nm (47 ft. lbs.).
10. Install the right side engine mounting bracket.
- Tighten the engine mounting bracket bolts to 54 Nm (40 ft. lbs.).
11. Use the three engine mounting bracket bolts in order to secure the right side engine mounting bracket.
- Tighten right-side engine mount-to-engine bracket bolts to 54 Nm (40 ft. lbs.).
12. Install the right side engine mount.
13. Use the two nuts (3) and the four bolts (1, 2, 4, 5) in order to secure the right side mounting insulator.
- Tighten the right side engine mount bolts and nuts to 54 Nm (40 ft. lbs.).
14. Remove the engine hoist.
Caution:
15. Raise and support the vehicle.
16. Install the four lower transmission to engine mounting bolts.
- Tighten the four lower transmission to engine mounting bolts to 67 Nm (49 ft. lbs.).
17. Install the axle shaft heat shield.
18. Use the one nut and two bolts in order to secure the axle shaft heat shield.
- Tighten the axle shaft heat shield nut to 10 Nm (89 ft. lbs.).
- Tighten the axle shaft heat shield bolts to 10 Nm (89 ft. lbs.).
19. Install the right side drive axle.
20. Install the exhaust pipe to the exhaust manifold.
21. Use the two bolts and the springs (1, 2) in order to secure the exhaust pipe to the exhaust manifold.
- Tighten the exhaust pipe bolts to 62 Nm (46 ft. lbs.).
22. Position the power steering pump at the mounting location.
23. Use the two bolts (1) and the nuts in order to secure the power steering pump.
- Tighten the power steering pump mounting bolts to 37 Nm (27 ft. lbs.).
24. If the vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission, install the six torque converter bolts.
- Tighten the six torque converter bolts to 35 Nm (26 ft. lbs.).
25. Install the starter.
26. Use the starter bolts (1, 2) in order to secure the starter.
- Tighten the starter bolts to 30 Nm (22 ft. lbs.).
27. Connect the starter motor electrical connections.
28. Install the left side lower engine splash shield.
29. Use the six bolts in order to secure the left side lower engine splash shield.
- Tighten the left side engine splash shield bolts to 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.).
30. Install the right side lower engine splash shield.
31. Use the six bolts in order to secure the right side lower engine splash shield.
- Tighten the right side engine splash shield bolts to 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.).
32. Lower the vehicle.
33. Install the upper starter bolt.
- Tighten the upper starter bolt to 39 Nm (29 ft. lbs.).
34. Install the lower radiator hose to the thermostat housing.
35. Reroute the engine harness. Reposition the engine harness as necessary.
36. Install the engine wiring harness brackets.
37. Use the engine wiring harness bracket bolts in order to secure the engine wiring harness.
38. Install the following items:
- The oxygen sensor
- The oxygen sensor gasket
39. Use the two oxygen sensor nuts in order to secure the oxygen sensor.
- Tighten the oxygen sensor nuts to 20 Nm (14 ft. lbs.).
40. Connect the oxygen sensor connector.
41. Connect all necessary electrical connectors.
42. Connect all necessary hoses.
43. Install the ground wire to the engine mount bracket.
44. Use the one ground wire bolt in order to secure the ground wire to the engine mount bracket.
- Tighten the one ground wire bolt to 15 Nm (11 ft. lbs.).
45. Install the upper generator mounting bolt.
- Tighten the upper generator mounting bolt to 23 Nm (17 ft. lbs.).
46. Remove the cap from the washer pump outlet.
47. Connect the washer pump fluid line to the washer fluid tank.
48. Connect the washer pump electrical connector.
49. Install the washer fluid tank.
50. Use the one washer fluid tank bolt in order to secure the washer fluid tank.
- Tighten the washer fluid reservoir mounting bolt to 10 Nm (89 inch lbs.).
51. Install the upper radiator hose.
52. Install the air cleaner lower box.
53. Use the three air cleaner lower box bolts in order to secure the air cleaner lower box.
54. Install the air filter.
55. Install the Vacuum Switching Valve (VSV) bracket to the air cleaner case.
56. Use the one VSV bracket bolt in order to secure the VSV bracket.
57. Connect the two wiring harness retainer clips to the air cleaner lower case.
58. Install the air cleaner hose and cap assembly (1).
59. Connect the Intake Air Temperature (IAT) sensor.
60. For vehicles equipped with automatic transmission, install the following components:
- The transmission TV cable to the accelerator cable bracket.
- The transmission TV cable to the throttle body.
61. Install the accelerator cable to the accelerator cable bracket.
62. Install the accelerator cable to the throttle body (1).
63. Install the serpentine drive belt.
64. If vehicle is equipped with A/C, install the A/C compressor.
65. If vehicle is equipped with a manual transmission, install the following components:
- Crankshaft pulley.
- Generator.
- Drive belt tensioner.
66. Install the two ignition coils.
67. Use the four ignition coil bolts (1-4) in order to secure the ignition coils.
68. Connect the secondary spark plug wires (1).
69. Install the hood.
70. Connect the windshield washer hose at the hood.
71. Fill the engine oil.
72. Fill the cooling system.
Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Service Precautions.
73. Connect the negative battery cable to the battery.
- Tighten the battery cable bolt to 15 Nm (11 ft. lbs.).