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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

    • J 28467-B Universal Engine Support Fixture
    • J 42478 Engine Support Fixture Adapters
    • J 42504 Engine Lift Bracket

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 105265  Size: SH
  1. Remove the bolt bracing the power steering return hose to the cylinder head.

  2. Object Number: 682326  Size: SH
  3. Install the J 42504 to the cylinder head.
  4. Remove the air inlet grill. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement in Body Front End.
  5. Remove the rearward strut bolts from the right and left strut towers.

  6. Object Number: 639214  Size: SH
  7. Install the J 42478  (2) into the strut threads.
  8. Place the strut adapters (J 28467-33A) (1) on top of the four remaining forward strut tower bolts.

  9. Object Number: 639216  Size: SH
  10. Install the strut tower support assemblies (J 28467-5A) over the adapters J 42478 and (J 28467-33A).

  11. Object Number: 639217  Size: SH
  12. Install the T-Bolts to the J 42478 and (J 28467-33A).

  13. Object Number: 639219  Size: SH
  14. Install the strut tower tube (J 28467-3) into the strut tower support assemblies (J 28467-5A).

  15. Object Number: 682131  Size: SH
  16. Install the 1/2 in. x 2.5 in. quick release pin (J 28467-10) (2) through the strut tower support assembly (J 28467-5A) (3) and the strut tower tube (J 28467-3) (1) on one side only.
  17. Remove the upper filler panel. Refer to Filler Panel Replacement - Upper in Body Front End.

  18. Object Number: 287861  Size: SH
  19. Install the radiator shelf tube (J 28467-2A) on top of the strut tower tube (J 28467-3) over the J 42504 .

  20. Object Number: 405958  Size: SH
  21. Install the round tube of the front support assembly (J 28467-4A) through the large hole in the radiator shelf tube (J 28467-2A). The hole used in the radiator shelf tube (J 28467-2A) depends on the vehicle application.
  22. Place the rubber padded foot of the front support assembly (J 28467-4A) on the upper tie bar.
  23. Install the 7/16 in. x 2.0 in. quick release pin (J 28467-9) through the hole in the front support assembly (J 28467-4A) in order to level the radiator shelf tube (J 28467-2A).

  24. Object Number: 190646  Size: SH
  25. Install the cross bracket assembly (J 28467-1A).
  26. Hand tighten the cross bracket assembly (J 28467-1A) wing nuts.

  27. Object Number: 682139  Size: SH
  28. Install the lift hook (J 28467-7A) through the lift hook bracket (J 28467-6A).
  29. Install the 1/2 in. lift hook washer and lift hook wing nut (J 28467-34) onto the lift hook (J 28467-7A).

  30. Object Number: 682301  Size: SH
  31. Install the assembled lift hook bracket (J 28467-6A) (1) over the strut tower tube (J 28467-3) (2).
  32. Adjust the assembled lift hook bracket (J 28467-6A) (1) in order to align the hook with the rear engine lift hook bracket.

  33. Object Number: 682336  Size: SH
  34. Install the lift hook (J 28467-7A) through the rear engine lift hook bracket. Ensure the hook does not damage the surrounding components.
  35. Repeat steps 18 and 19.

  36. Object Number: 682301  Size: SH
  37. Install the assembled lift hook bracket (J 28467-6A) (1) over the radiator shelf tube (J 28467-2A) (2),
  38. Adjust the assembled lift hook bracket (J 28467-6A) (1) in order to align the hook with the J 42504 .

  39. Object Number: 333114  Size: SH
  40. Install the lift hook (J 28467-7A) through the J 42504 . Ensure the hook does not damage the surrounding components.

  41. Object Number: 639220  Size: SH
  42. Hand tighten the lift hook wing nuts (J 28467-34) securely to remove all slack from the engine support fixture assembly.

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 639220  Size: SH
  1. Remove the J 28467-B .
  2. Remove the J 42478 .
  3. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  4. Install the two rearward strut bolts to the right and left strut towers.
  5. Tighten
    Tighten the strut tower bolts to 60 N·m (44 lb ft).

  6. Install the upper filler panel. Refer to Filler Panel Replacement - Upper in Body Front End.
  7. Install the air inlet grill. Refer to Air Inlet Grille Panel Replacement in Body Front End.

  8. Object Number: 682326  Size: SH
  9. Remove the J 42504 from the cylinder head.

  10. Object Number: 105265  Size: SH
  11. Install the bolt bracing the power steering return hose to the cylinder head.
  12. Tighten
    Tighten the power steering return hose retaining bolt to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).