Installation Procedure
- Ensure that the transaxle brace is in position prior to installing the oil pan.
- Use the J 39505 in order to install the engine right side oil pan side bolts. See Special Tools .
- Install the oil pan gasket and the oil pan. Refer to Oil Pan Installation .
- Install the transaxle brace. Refer to Automatic Transmission Brace Replacement (LA1) or Automatic Transmission Brace Replacement (LY7) in Automatic Transaxle - 4T65-E.
- Install the engine mount with the engine mount bracket to the oil pan. Refer to Engine Mount Bracket Replacement - Right .
- Install the J 45057-2 lower support bar. See Special Tools .
- Remove the utility strap.
- If the vehicle is equipped with AWD, install the transfer case brace. Refer to Support Brace Replacement (LA1) or Support Brace Replacement (LY7) in Transfer Case - Steyr.
- Install the starter motor. Refer to Starter Motor Replacement (LA1) or Starter Motor Replacement (LY7) in Engine Electrical.
- Connect the oil level sensor electrical connector.
- Install the frame. Refer to Frame Replacement - Front (W/AWD) or Frame Replacement - Front (W/FWD) in Frame and Underbody.
- Connect the catalytic converter to the exhaust manifold. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement in Engine Exhaust.
- Install the A/C compressor. Refer to Compressor Replacement in HVAC Systems - Manual.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Remove the engine support fixture. Refer to Engine Support Fixture .
- Install the right engine mount strut to the engine. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Replacement - Right .
- Fill the engine with oil. Refer to Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement .
- Connect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (LA1) in Engine Electrical.
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