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Engine And Transaxle Assembly: Installation

  1. When installing the engine and transaxle, check the connections of harnesses, pipes, hoses, etc. make sure that none of them are caught, damaged, etc.
  2. Install the front roll stopper to the bracket roughly.

    Tightening torque 

    Service standard : 50 ~ 65 Nm (500 ~ 650 kg.cm, 36 ~ 47 lb.ft)

    Fig 1: Installing Front Roll Stopper
    G00790002Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
  3. Install the rear roll stopper to the bracket.

    Tightening torque 

    Service standard : 50 ~ 65 Nm (500 ~ 650 kg.cm, 36 ~ 47 lb.ft)

    Fig 2: Installing Rear Roll Stopper
    G00790003Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
  4. Install the engine/transaxle to the sub-frame assembly. Use the T/M jack to raise the assembly slowly adjust it to the vehicle body.
    Fig 3: View Of Engine On T/M Jack
    G00790004Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
  5. Install the transaxle mounting bracket.

    Tightening torque 

    Service standard:

    90 ~ 110 Nm (900 ~ 1100 kg.cm, 65 ~ 80 lb.ft)

    Fig 4: Identifying Transaxle Mounting Bracket
    G00790005Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
  6. Install the engine bracket (right side).

    Tightening torque 

    Service standard :

    60 ~ 80 Nm (600 ~ 800 kg.cm, 43 ~ 58 lb.ft)

    Fig 5: Identifying Engine Bracket
    G00790006Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
  7. To install all of parts, follow the removal procedures in the reverse order.
  8. Refill the coolant and then check for leaks.
  9. Refill the transaxle oil and check for leaks, then test its operation.
  10. Check the operation of the transaxle control cable and accelerator cable.
  11. Check the proper operation of each gauge.