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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

Tools Required

    • J 28467-B Universal Engine Support Fixture
    • J 28467-90A Engine Support Adapters
    • J 36462-A Engine Support Adapter Leg Set
  1. Disconnect the battery ground (negative) cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in Engine Electrical.
  2. Carefully disconnect the throttle body air inlet duct.
  3. Remove the engine mount struts. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Replacement and to Engine Mount Strut Replacement .
  4. Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
  5. Important: Do not raise the engine.

  6. Install the J 28467-B , the J 28467-90A , and the J 36462-A . Refer to Engine Support Fixture .
  7. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  8. Disconnect the catalytic converter from the right exhaust manifold. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement in Engine Exhaust.
  9. Remove the right front tire and wheel. Refer to Wheel Removal in Tires and Wheels.
  10. Remove the right engine splash shield. Refer to Engine Splash Shield Replacement in Body Front End.
  11. Disconnect the power steering oil cooler pipe brackets from the frame.
  12. Remove the air conditioning compressor bracket bolts. Reposition and secure the air conditioning compressor.

  13. Object Number: 50411  Size: SH
  14. Remove the engine mount lower nuts from the frame.
  15. Lower the vehicle.
  16. Use the J 28467-B in order to raise the engine. Refer to Engine Support Fixture .
  17. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.

  18. Object Number: 97800  Size: SH
  19. Remove the left engine mount bracket bolts from the engine.

  20. Object Number: 97804  Size: SH
  21. Remove the right engine mount bracket bolts from the engine.
  22. Suitably support the frame. Loosen the left side frame bolts. Remove the right side frame bolts. Lower the frame for access. Refer to Frame Removal in Frame and Underbody.
  23. Remove the engine mount with the engine mount bracket from the engine.

  24. Object Number: 43405  Size: SH
  25. Remove the engine mount upper nuts.
  26. Remove the engine mount from the engine mount bracket.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 43405  Size: SH
  1. Install the engine mount to the engine mount bracket.
  2. 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.

  3. Install the engine mount upper nuts connecting the engine mount to the engine mount bracket.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the engine mount upper nuts to 47 N·m (35 lb ft).

  5. Install the engine mount bracket with the engine mount to the engine.

  6. Object Number: 97804  Size: SH
  7. Loosely install the right engine mount bracket bolts to the engine.

  8. Object Number: 97800  Size: SH
  9. Loosely install the left engine mount bracket bolts to the engine.
  10. Tighten the bolts connecting the engine mount bracket to the engine.
  11. Tighten
    Tighten the engine mount bracket bolts to 102 N·m (75 lb ft).

  12. Install new right side frame bolts. Ensure that the frame is suitably supported. Install new left side frame bolts. Refer to Frame Removal in Frame and Underbody.
  13. Lower the vehicle.
  14. Use the J 28467-B in order to lower the engine.
  15. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.

  16. Object Number: 50411  Size: SH
  17. Install the engine mount lower nuts to the frame.
  18. Tighten
    Tighten the engine mount lower nuts to 47 N·m (35 lb ft).

  19. Install the air conditioning compressor bracket bolts. Refer to Compressor Replacement (3.8L) in HVAC System - Manual.
  20. Connect the power steering oil cooler pipe brackets to the frame.
  21. Install the right engine splash shield. Refer to Engine Splash Shield Replacement in Body Front End.
  22. Install the right front tire and wheel. Refer to Wheel Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  23. Connect the catalytic converter to the right exhaust manifold. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement in Engine Exhaust.
  24. Lower the vehicle.
  25. Remove the J 28467-B , the J 28467-90A , and the J 36462-A .
  26. Install the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
  27. Install the engine mount struts. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Replacement and to Engine Mount Strut Replacement .
  28. Carefully install the throttle body air inlet duct.
  29. Connect the battery ground (negative) cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in Engine Electrical.
  30. Measure the wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications and to Wheel Alignment Measurement .