Engine Assembly

Repair Procedures

Removal

Be careful not to damage parts located under the vehicle (floor under cover, fuel filter, fuel tank, and canister) when lifting the vehicle with a lift. (Refer to General Information - Jack Lifting Points and Support Points)

Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces. To prevent damage, carefully disconnect the wiring connectors while holding the connector housing.

Label all wires and hoses to avoid incorrect connection.

1. 1
   Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. 2
   Remove the engine cover. (Refer to Engine and Transaxle Assembly - "Engine Cover")
3. 3
   Remove the air duct. (Refer to Intake and Exhaust System - Air Cleaner)
4. 4
   Disconnect the positive battery terminal.
5. 5
   Remove the air cleaner assembly. (Refer to Air Intake and Exhaust System - "Air Cleaner").
6. 6
   Remove the battery and battery tray. (Refer to Engine Electrical System - "Battery")
7. 7
   Remove the engine control module (ECM). (Refer to Engine Control/Fuel System - "Engine Control Module (ECM)").
8. 8
   Remove the engine cover. (Refer to Engine and Transaxle Assembly - Engine Cover)
9. 9
   Drain the engine coolant. (Refer to Cooling System - "Engine Coolant")
10. 10
    Disconnect the upper radiator hose (A).

    

11. 11
    Disconnect the radiator lower hose (A).

    

12. 12
    Disconnect the brake booster vacuum hose (A).

    

13. 13
    Disconnect the heater hoses (A).

    

14. 14
    Disconnect the fuel hose (A) and the purge control solenoid valve (PCSV) hose (B).

    Tightening torque: 3.9 ~ 5.9 N·m

    

15. 15
    Recover the refrigerant, then remove the high-pressure line and the low-pressure line. (Refer to Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning - "Compressor")
16. 16
    Remove the engine wiring connector and wire harness.

    1. Disconnect the front connector (A).

       

    2. Disconnect the wire cable from the fuse block (A).
    3. Remove the battery wiring cover (B).

       

    4. Disconnect the main wiring connector of the fuse block (A).
    5. Remove the main wiring cover (B).

       

17. 17
    Disconnect the ATF cooler hoses (A).

    

18. 18
    Remove the idler pulley bracket (A). Tightening torque Bolt (B): 107.9–128 N·m ft-lbf. Bolts (C): 49.0–64 N·m

    

19. 19
    Remove the roller rod bracket (A).

    Tightening Torque: 49.0–69 N·m

    

20. 20
    Remove the suspension member. (Refer to Suspension System - "Suspension Member")
21. 21
    Remove the front muffler. (Refer to Intake and Exhaust System - "Muffler")
22. 22
    Remove the propeller shaft. [AWD Type] (Refer to Drive Shaft and Axle - Propeller Shaft Assembly)
23. 23
    Place the engine and transmission assembly on a lift table.
24. 24
    Disconnect the engine ground cable (A).

    Tightening torque: 10.8–13.7 N·m N·m

    

25. 25
    Remove the engine mount support bracket (A).

    Tightening torque: 98.1 - 118 N·m

    

26. 26
    Disconnect the transaxle ground cable (A).

    Tightening torque: 10.8–13.7 N·m N·m

    

27. 27
    Remove the service cover (A).

    

28. 28
    Remove the bolts securing the transaxle support bracket (A).

    Tightening torque: 107.9–128 N·m

    

29. 29
    Remove the engine and transaxle assembly by lifting the vehicle.

    

    Before removing the engine and transaxle assembly, make sure that all hoses and wiring connectors are disconnected. When removing the engine and transaxle assembly, be careful not to damage surrounding parts or body components.

Installation

• Adjust the shift cable.
• Fill the engine with engine oil.
• Fill the transmission with fluid.
• Fill the radiator and the coolant reservoir with engine coolant.
• Set the heater control lever to the "HOT" position.
• Clean the battery terminal posts and cable clamps, then assemble.
• Inspect for fuel leaks.
• After assembling the fuel line, turn the ignition on (do not crank the engine) so the fuel pump operates for about two seconds and pressurizes the fuel line.
• Repeat this operation two or three times, then check for fuel leaks at all points of the fuel line.
• Bleed air from the cooling system.
• Start the engine and let it run until it warms up (until the radiator fan cycles 3 or 4 times).
• Turn off the engine and allow it to cool. Check the coolant level in the radiator and add coolant if necessary. This will remove trapped air from the cooling system.
• Securely close the radiator cap, then restart the engine and check for leaks.