Engine Assembly: Installation

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Install the clutch release fork and bearing to the transmission.
1. Using a flat tip screwdriver, remove the release bearing from the clutch cover.
  
  Fig 1: Removing Release Bearing From Clutch Cover Using Flat Tip Screwdriver
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2. Attach the release bearing to the transmission.
3. Install the release fork into the release bearing tab.
  
  Fig 2: Identifying Release Fork And Bearing
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4. Apply grease to the specified areas.
  Grease:
  
  Spline part
  
  NICHIMOLY N-130 or equivalent
  
  Shaft part
  
  KOPR-KOTE or equivalent
  
  Fig 3: Identifying Spline And Shaft
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5. Insert the release shaft to release fork.
  NOTE: Allow the cutout portion of release shaft to come into contact with the spring pin.
  
  Fig 4: Identifying Release Fork, Shaft And Spring Pin
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6. Install the service hole plug.
  Tightening torque:
  
  44 N.m (4.5 kgf-m, 32.5 ft-lb)
  
  Fig 5: Locating Service Hole Plug
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Install the engine mounting onto the engine.
Tightening torque:

35 N.m (3.6 kgf-m, 25.8 ft-lb)
Apply a small amount of grease to splines of main shaft.
Grease:

NICHIMOLY N-130 or equivalent
Position the engine in engine compartment and align it with transmission.
NOTE: Be careful not to damage adjacent parts or body panels with crank pulley, oil level gauge, etc.
Install the bolts which hold upper side of transmission to engine.
Tightening torque:

50 N.m (5.1 kgf-m, 36.9 ft-lb)

Fig 6: Locating Engine Transmission Upper Side Bolts
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Remove the lifting device and wire ropes.

Fig 7: Removing Lifting Device And Wire Ropes
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Remove the garage jack.
Install the pitching stopper.
Tightening torque:

T1: 50 N.m (5.1 kgf-m, 36.9 ft-lb)

T2: 58 N.m (5.9 kgf-m, 42.8 ft-lb)

Fig 8: Identifying Garage Jack And Pitching Stopper With Torque Specifications
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Install the return spring.

Fig 9: Identifying Return Spring
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Install the operating cylinder.
NOTE: Check that the clutch hose is routed properly.

Tightening torque:

41 N.m (4.2 kgf-m, 30.2 ft-lb)

Fig 10: Locating Clutch Hose
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Install the starter. <Ref. to INSTALLATION , Starter.>
Install the power steering pump.
1. Install the power steering pump onto the engine.
  Tightening torque:
  
  Refer to "COMPONENT" of "Power Steering" for the tightening torque. <Ref. to COMPONENT , General Description.>
  
  Fig 11: Locating Power Steering Pump
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2. Install the purge control solenoid valve 1 to the intake manifold.
  Tightening torque:
  
  19 N.m (1.9 kgf-m, 14.0 ft-lb)
  
  Fig 12: Locating Purge Control Solenoid Valve Bolt
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3. Connect the connector to the power steering pump switch.
  
  Fig 13: Locating Power Steering Pump Switch Connector
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4. Install the front side belt. <Ref. to FRONT SIDE BELT , INSTALLATION, V-belt.>
Remove the intercooler stay RH No. 2.

Fig 14: Locating Intercooler Stay Bolts
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Lift up the vehicle.
Install the bolts and nuts which hold lower side of the transmission to engine.
Tightening torque:

50 N.m (5.1 kgf-m, 36.9 ft-lb)

Fig 15: Locating Transmission Lower Side Bolts And Nuts
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Install the nuts which hold the engine mounting to the crossmember.
NOTE: Use a new nut.

Tightening torque:

60 N.m (6.1 kgf-m, 44.3 ft-lb)

Fig 16: Locating Front Crossmember Engine Mounting Nuts
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Connect the ground cable.
Tightening torque:

7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)

Fig 17: Locating Engine Side Ground Cable
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Install the joint pipe and front exhaust pipe. <Ref. to INSTALLATION , Front Exhaust Pipe.> <Ref. to INSTALLATION , Joint Pipe.>
Install the turbocharger. <Ref. to INSTALLATION , Turbocharger.>
Install the center exhaust pipe. <Ref. to INSTALLATION , Center Exhaust Pipe.>
Connect the following hoses.
1. Fuel delivery hose, fuel return hose and evaporation hose
2. Heater inlet hose and heater outlet hose
3. Brake booster vacuum hose and pressure regulator vacuum hose
4. A/C pressure hose <Ref. to INSTALLATION , Hose and Pipe.>
Secure the generator cord using the clip (B) and connect the connector (A) to A/C compressor.

Fig 18: Identifying A/C Compressor Connector And Generator Cord Clip
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Connect the following connectors and terminals.
1. Generator connector and terminal
  Tightening torque:
  
  15 N.m (1.5 kgf-m, 11.1 ft-lb)
2. Secondary air pump connector
Install the engine harness connector to engine harness bracket, then connect the bulkhead harness connector to the engine harness connector.

Fig 19: Locating Engine Harness Connector
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Install the intercooler. <Ref. to INSTALLATION , Intercooler.>
Install the radiator. <Ref. to INSTALLATION , Radiator.>
Install the coolant filler tank. <Ref. to INSTALLATION , Coolant Filler Tank.>
Install the air cleaner case and air intake duct. <Ref. to INSTALLATION , Air Cleaner Case.> <Ref. to INSTALLATION , Air Intake Duct.>
Install the battery. <Ref. to INSTALLATION , Battery.>
Fill engine coolant. <Ref. to FILLING OF ENGINE COOLANT , REPLACEMENT, Engine Coolant.>
Charge the A/C system with refrigerant. <Ref. to PROCEDURE , Refrigerant Charging Procedure.>
Install the V-belt cover.
Tightening torque:

13 N.m (1.3 kgf-m, 9.6 ft-lb)

Fig 20: Locating V-Belt Cover
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Set the front hood to the normal position. <Ref. to FRONT HOOD DAMPER STAY , NOTE, Note.>
Install the striker - front hood. <Ref. to ASSEMBLY , Front Hood.>
Close the front hood.