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When The CROSSMEMBER COMPL Front Was Not Removed

  1. Use a new O-ring to install the oil level switch, and secure the harness with the clip.
    NOTE: Apply engine oil to O-ring.

    Tightening torque: 

    6.4 N.m (0.7 kgf-m, 4.7 ft-lb)

    G13199185Courtesy of SUBA
  2. Secure the harness with clip, and connect the connector.
    G13620669Courtesy of SUBA
  3. Install the engine mounting LH.

    Tightening torque: 

    35 N.m (3.6 kgf-m, 25.8 ft-lb)

    G14384507Courtesy of SUBA
  4. Lower the engine and remove the lifting device and wire ropes.
  5. Remove the ST1 and ST2 from the engine unit.
    G14610740Courtesy of SUBA
  6. Install the nuts which hold the engine mounting to the crossmember COMPL front.
    CAUTION: Be sure to use a new nut.
    NOTE: Make sure that locators (a) of the engine mounting are securely inserted.

    Tightening torque: 

    90 N.m (9.2 kgf-m, 66.4 ft-lb)

    G14610607Courtesy of SUBA
  7. Remove the ST from between the vehicle and the rear crossmember. (CVT model)
    1. Set the transmission jack to the transmission body.
      NOTE: Be careful that the support plate of transmission jack does not touch the transmission oil pan.
    2. Remove the ST from between the vehicle and the rear crossmember.
      G14610579Courtesy of SUBA
    3. Operate the transmission jack to adjust the transmission body height, and install the bolts securing the rear crossmember to the vehicle.

      Tightening torque: 

      70 N.m (7.1 kgf-m, 51.6 ft-lb)

      G14610578Courtesy of SUBA
    4. Install the center exhaust cover.

      Tightening torque: 

      18 N.m (1.8 kgf-m, 13.3 ft-lb)

      G14610577Courtesy of SUBA
    5. Remove the transmission jack.
  8. Install the front drive shaft LH. Ref. to PROPELLER SHAFT/DRIVE SHAFT/AXLE>FRONT DRIVE SHAFT>INSTALLATION .
  9. Install the electric power steering gearbox. Ref. to POWER ASSISTED SYSTEM (POWER STEERING)>ELECTRIC POWER STEERING GEARBOX>INSTALLATION .
  10. Install the front exhaust pipe. Ref. to EXHAUST (H4DOTC)>FRONT EXHAUST PIPE>INSTALLATION .
  11. Install the pitching stopper.

    CVT model: 

    Ref. to CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (TR690)>TRANSMISSION MOUNTING SYSTEM>INSTALLATION>PITCHING STOPPER .

    MT model: 

    Ref. to MANUAL TRANSMISSION AND DIFFERENTIAL (TY75)>TRANSMISSION MOUNTING SYSTEM>INSTALLATION>PITCHING STOPPER .

  12. Install the intercooler. Ref. to INTAKE (INDUCTION) (H4DOTC)>INTERCOOLER>INSTALLATION .
  13. Install the air intake duct. Ref. to INTAKE (INDUCTION) (H4DOTC)>AIR INTAKE DUCT>INSTALLATION .
  14. Install the V-belt cover.
    NOTE:
    • Check the grommet for peel-off or disengagement.
    • Be careful not to deform the bracket during installation.

    Tightening torque: 

    7 N.m (0.7 kgf-m, 5.2 ft-lb)

    G14600900Courtesy of SUBA
  15. Fill engine oil. Ref. to LUBRICATION (H4DOTC)>ENGINE OIL>REPLACEMENT .
  16. Connect the ground terminal to battery sensor. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY .
  17. Fill engine coolant. Ref. to COOLING (H4DOTC)>ENGINE COOLANT>REPLACEMENT>FILLING OF ENGINE COOLANT .
  18. Set the panel COMPL front hood to the normal position. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>FRONT HOOD GAS STAY .
  19. Install the striker assembly front hood. Ref. to EXTERIOR BODY PANELS>FRONT HOOD>ASSEMBLY .