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Removal & Installation: Engine: Installation

  1. Install engine and transaxle into engine compartment as an assembly. Install No. 1 engine mount bolts. Install No. 3 engine mount bolt. Install No. 2 engine mount nuts. Install No. 4 engine mount.
  2. Remove engine hoist. Install NEW clips onto axle shaft. Push drive shaft and joint shaft into transaxle with opening of clips pointing upward. Install joint shaft support bracket bolts. Install right and left lower ball joints into spindle. Install pinch bolts. Install right and left stabilizer control links. Install front exhaust pipe.
  3. On A/T models, connect ATF cooler hoses. Connect solenoid valve connector. Connect automatic transaxle range switch connector. Install washer and nut at automatic transaxle linkage. On M/T models, install clutch release cylinder and pipe. Install extension bar and manual transaxle linkage. On all models, install "U" clip. On M/T models, connect back-up light switch connector and vehicle speed sensor connector.
  4. On all models, connect input turbine speed sensor connector. Connect ground strap to top of transaxle. Install A/C compressor mounting bracket. Install power steering pump bracket bolts. Install exhaust manifold heat shield. Install right and left splash shields.
  5. To complete removal procedure, reverse removal procedure. Tighten all bolts and nuts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
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