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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Identifying Case Side Cover
    GM48208Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the case side cover gasket (54).
  2. Install the case side cover pan (53).
    3. Fig 2: Identifying Case Side Cover Bolts/Locations
    GM164786Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  3. Install the case side cover bolts (56-58) except for the top bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  4. Use a jackstand to raise the left side of the frame and engine assembly into position.
  5. Install the left side frame bolts and tighten the right center frame bolt. Refer to Frame Replacement in Frame and Underbody.
    6. Fig 3: Identifying Engine Mount Lower Nuts
    GM96002Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the engine mount lower nuts. Refer to Engine Mount Bracket Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 3.1L.
    7. Fig 4: View Of Transaxle Mount & Lower Nuts
    GM161234Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the transaxle mount to frame nuts. Refer to Automatic Transmission Mount Replacement .
  8. Remove the jackstands from the frame.
    9. Fig 5: Left & Right Front Wheel Drive Axles
    GM797047Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  9. Install the left drive shaft (1) to the transaxle. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement in Wheel Drive Shafts.
  10. Remove the drain pan from under the transaxle.
    11. Fig 6: Identifying Ball Stud Cotter Pin
    GM313776Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Install the ball joint nut (2) and the cotter pin (1). Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement in Front Suspension.
  12. Install the steering gear frame bolts. Refer to Power Steering Gear Replacement in Power Steering System.
    13. Fig 7: View Of Insulator Brackets
    GM357447Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Reposition the stabilizer and install the stabilizer bolts. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement in Front Suspension.
  14. Install the engine splash shield. Refer to Splash Shield Replacement - Engine in Body Front End.
    15. Fig 8: Front Wheel Speed Sensor Connectors & Harness Retainers
    GM460829Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  15. Install the wheel speed sensor harness (1) to the 4 retainers (2) at the frame.
  16. Install the left front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  17. Lower the vehicle.
    18. Fig 9: Disconnecting/Reconnecting Wiring Harness Retainer & Connector
    GM678825Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  18. Connect the transaxle wiring harness connector (2).
  19. Install the wire harness (3) to the wire harness retainer (1).
  20. Install the transaxle top side cover bolt.
    21. Fig 10: Identifying Automatic Transaxle Range Selector Cable To Cable Bracket
    GM629687Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  21. Connect the range selector cable to the cable bracket and range selector. Refer to Automatic Transmission Range Selector Cable Replacement .
  22. Remove the engine support fixture.
  23. Install the engine mount struts. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 3.1L.
  24. Install the throttle body air inlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Intake Duct Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.1L.
    25. NOTE: Refer to Transmission Overfill Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  25. Inspect the fluid level and fill the transaxle as necessary.
  26. Inspect for fluid leaks.
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