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EN 46114 Engine Lift Brackets

Removal Procedure

  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in Engine Electrical.
  2. Remove the throttle body air inlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Inlet Duct Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.6L (LY7).
  3. Important: Do not disconnect the battery negative cable from the vehicle.

  4. Disconnect the battery negative cable from the engine block. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Replacement in Engine Electrical.
  5. Important: Do not disconnect the battery positive cable from the vehicle, underhood electrical center or the battery.

  6. Disconnect the battery positive cable from the generator and the starter. Refer to Battery Positive Cable Replacement in Engine Electrical.
  7. Drain the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling in Engine Cooling.
  8. Disconnect the radiator hoses from the engine. Refer to Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement and Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement in Engine Cooling.
  9. Disconnect the heater hoses from the engine. Refer to Heater Inlet Hose Replacement and Heater Outlet Hose Replacement in HVAC Systems - Manual.
  10. Remove the engine mount struts. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Replacement - Left Side and Engine Mount Strut Replacement - Right Side .

  11. Object Number: 1404630  Size: SH

    Important: Relieve the fuel pressure. Refer to Fuel Pressure Relief in Engine Controls - 3.6L (LY7).

  12. Disconnect the fuel pressure and evaporative emission (EVAP) pipes from the engine. Refer to Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service and Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service in Engine Controls - 3.6L (LY7).

  13. Object Number: 1394047  Size: SH
  14. Remove the engine control module (ECM) chassis (outboard) side electrical connector from the ECM.

  15. Object Number: 1394068  Size: SH
  16. Remove the wiring harness ground from the transmission.
  17. Remove the vacuum brake booster hose from the intake manifold.
  18. Evacuate the air conditioning system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning.
  19. Disconnect the discharge hose from the condenser. Refer to Discharge Hose Replacement in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning.
  20. Disconnect the suction hose from the evaporator outlet tube. Refer to Suction Hose Replacement in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning.
  21. Secure the discharge and suction hoses to the powertrain.

  22. Object Number: 1394067  Size: SH
  23. Remove the transmission electrical connector.
  24. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  25. If you will be separating the engine from the transmission remove the torque converter bolts. Refer to Flywheel to Torque Converter Bolt Replacement in Automatic Transaxle - 4T65-E.
  26. Drain the engine oil. Refer to Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement .
  27. If the vehicle is equipped with all wheel drive (AWD), remove the rear propeller shaft. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement in Propeller Shaft.
  28. Remove the catalytic converter. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement in Engine Exhaust.
  29. Remove the front tires and wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  30. Remove lower radiator air baffle. Refer to Radiator Air Baffle Assemblies and Deflectors in Engine Cooling.
  31. Remove the engine splash shields. Refer to Engine Splash Shield Replacement in Body Front End.
  32. Disconnect the vehicle speed sensor (VSS) electrical connector and secure the wiring harness to the vehicle.
  33. Remove the automatic transaxle range selector cable from the transaxle. Refer to Range Selector Lever Cable Replacement in Automatic Transaxle - 4T65-E.
  34. Remove the front wheel speed sensor wiring harnesses from the lower control arms and the frame.
  35. Remove the tie rod ends from the steering knuckles. Refer to Steering Knuckle Replacement in Front Suspension.
  36. Remove the lower ball joints from the knuckles. Refer to Lower Control Arm Ball Joint Replacement in Front Suspension.
  37. Remove the transaxle cooler lines from the transaxle. Refer to Automatic Transmission Oil Cooler Hose Replacement in Automatic Transaxle - 4T65-E.
  38. Disconnect the drive axles from the transaxle. Refer to Front Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement in Wheel Drive Shafts.
  39. Rotate the struts and reposition the drive axles toward the rear of the vehicle in order to provide clearance for the powertrain to be removed.
  40. Caution: Failure to disconnect the intermediate shaft from the rack and pinion steering gear stub shaft can result in damage to the steering gear and/or intermediate shaft. This damage may cause loss of steering control which could result in an accident and possible personal injury

  41. Separate the intermediate steering shaft from the steering gear. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column.
  42. Remove the engine mount lower nuts. Refer to Engine Mount Replacement .
  43. Remove the transmission mount lower nuts. Refer to Transmission Mount Replacement Automatic Transaxle - 4T65-E.
  44. Position a powertrain lift table below the powertrain.
  45. Lower the vehicle until the powertrain is supported by the powertrain lift table.
  46. Remove the frame bolts. Refer to Front Frame Replacement in Frame and Underbody.
  47. Carefully raise the vehicle or lower the powertrain table in order to remove the powertrain from the vehicle.
  48. Remove the exhaust crossover pipe. Refer to Exhaust Crossover Pipe Replacement in Engine Exhaust.
  49. Remove the coolant inlet pipe. Refer to Engine Coolant Inlet Pipe Replacement in Engine Cooling.
  50. Perform the following steps if it is necessary to separate the engine from the transmission.
  51.         Important: Do not disconnect the power steering pipes or drain the power steering fluid.

    43.1. Remove the power steering pressure pipe/hose from the water outlet. Refer to Power Steering Pressure Pipe/Hose Replacement in Power Steering System.
    43.2. Remove the accessory drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
    43.3. Remove the power steering reservoir and reposition to provide access. Refer to Remote Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Replacement in Power Steering System.
    43.4. Remove and reposition the power steering pump with the power steering pipe/hose. Refer to Power Steering Pump Removal .
    43.5. Remove the transfer case brace. Refer to Support Brace Replacement in Transfer Case - Steyr.
    43.6. Remove the engine mount bracket with the engine mount. Refer to Engine Mount Bracket Replacement .
    43.7. Remove the transmission lower brace. Refer to Transmission Brace Replacement in Automatic Transaxle - 4T65-E.

    Object Number: 1395483  Size: SH
    43.8. Remove the transmission upper brace nut located behind the power steering pump.
    43.9. Remove the engine to transmission (bell housing) bolts. Refer to Transmission Replacement in Automatic Transaxle - 4T65-E.

    Object Number: 1337483  Size: SH

    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.

  52. Use 4 M10x1.5x40 (GM P/N 11519182 or equivalent) bolts to install the EN 46114 engine lift brackets to the left rear and right front cylinder heads.
  53. Tighten
    Tighten the lift bracket bolts to 65 N·m (48 lb ft).

  54. Use an engine hoist in order to separate the engine from the transmission and the frame.
  55. Install the engine to a suitable engine stand.
  56. Refer to the appropriate service information in order to remove the necessary components from the engine.

Installation Procedure

  1. Refer to the appropriate service information in order to install the necessary components to the engine.
  2. Use an engine hoist in order to remove the engine from the engine stand.
  3. Install the engine to the transmission and the frame at the powertrain lift table.

  4. Object Number: 1337483  Size: SH
  5. Remove the EN 46114 engine lift brackets.
  6. Install the engine to transmission (bell housing) bolts. Refer to Transmission Replacement in Automatic Transaxle - 4T65-E.

  7. Object Number: 1395483  Size: SH

    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.

  8. Install the transmission upper brace nut located behind the power steering pump.
  9. Tighten
    Tighten the transmission upper brace nut to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

  10. Install the transmission lower brace. Refer to Transmission Brace Replacement in Automatic Transaxle - 4T65-E.
  11. Install the engine mount bracket with the engine mount. Refer to Engine Mount Bracket Replacement .
  12. Install the transfer case brace. Refer to Support Brace Replacement in Transfer Case - Steyr.
  13. Install the power steering pump with the power steering pipe/hose. Refer to Power Steering Pump Removal .
  14. Install the power steering reservoir and reposition to provide access. Refer to Remote Power Steering Fluid Reservoir Replacement in Power Steering System.
  15. Install the accessory drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .
  16. Install the power steering pressure pipe/hose to the water outlet. Refer to Power Steering Pressure Pipe/Hose Replacement in Power Steering System.
  17. Install the coolant inlet pipe. Refer to Engine Coolant Inlet Pipe Replacement in Engine Cooling.
  18. Install the exhaust crossover pipe. Refer to Exhaust Crossover Pipe Replacement in Engine Exhaust.
  19. Carefully lower the vehicle or raise the powertrain table in order to install the powertrain to the vehicle.
  20. Install the frame bolts. Refer to Front Frame Replacement in Frame and Underbody.
  21. Raise the vehicle and remove the powertrain lift table.
  22. Install the transmission mount lower nuts. Refer to Transmission Mount Replacement Automatic Transaxle - 4T65-E.
  23. Install the engine mount lower nuts. Refer to Engine Mount Replacement .
  24. Caution: Failure to disconnect the intermediate shaft from the rack and pinion steering gear stub shaft can result in damage to the steering gear and/or intermediate shaft. This damage may cause loss of steering control which could result in an accident and possible personal injury

  25. Install the intermediate steering shaft to the steering gear. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement in Steering Wheel and Column.
  26. Rotate the struts and install the drive axles to the transaxle. Refer to Front Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement in Wheel Drive Shafts.
  27. Install the transaxle cooler lines to the transaxle. Refer to Automatic Transmission Oil Cooler Hose Replacement in Automatic Transaxle - 4T65-E.
  28. Install the lower ball joints to the knuckles. Refer to Lower Control Arm Ball Joint Replacement in Front Suspension.
  29. Install the tie rod ends to the steering knuckles. Refer to Steering Knuckle Replacement in Front Suspension.
  30. Install the front wheel speed sensor wiring harnesses to the lower control arms and the frame.
  31. Install the automatic transaxle range selector cable to the transaxle. Refer to Range Selector Lever Cable Replacement in Automatic Transaxle - 4T65-E.
  32. Connect the VSS electrical connector and secure the wiring harness to the vehicle.
  33. Install the engine splash shields. Refer to Engine Splash Shield Replacement in Body Front End.
  34. Install the lower radiator air baffle. Refer to Radiator Air Baffle Assemblies and Deflectors in Engine Cooling.
  35. Install the front tires and wheels. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  36. Install the catalytic converter. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement in Engine Exhaust.
  37. If the vehicle is equipped with AWD, install the rear propeller shaft. Refer to Propeller Shaft Replacement in Propeller Shaft.
  38. Install the torque converter bolts as necessary. Refer to Flywheel to Torque Converter Bolt Replacement in Automatic Transaxle - 4T65-E.
  39. Lower the vehicle.
  40. Fill the engine oil as necessary. Refer to Engine Oil and Oil Filter Replacement .

  41. Object Number: 1394067  Size: SH
  42. Install the transmission electrical connector.
  43. Connect the suction hose to the evaporator outlet pipe. Refer to Suction Hose Replacement in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning.
  44. Connect the discharge hose to the condenser. Refer to Discharge Hose Replacement in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning.
  45. Recharge the air conditioning system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning.
  46. Install the brake booster vacuum hose to the intake manifold.

  47. Object Number: 1394068  Size: SH
  48. Install the transmission ground wire and the bolt.
  49. Tighten
    Tighten the transmission ground bolt 75 N·m (55 lb ft).


    Object Number: 1394047  Size: SH
  50. Install the ECM chassis (outboard) side electrical connector to the ECM.

  51. Object Number: 1404630  Size: SH
  52. Connect the fuel pressure and EVAP pipes to the engine. Refer to Metal Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service and Plastic Collar Quick Connect Fitting Service in Engine Controls - 3.6L (LY7).
  53. Install the engine mount struts. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Replacement - Left Side and Engine Mount Strut Replacement - Right Side .
  54. Connect the heater hoses to the engine. Refer to Heater Inlet Hose Replacement and Heater Outlet Hose Replacement in HVAC Systems - Manual.
  55. Connect the radiator hoses to the engine. Refer to Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement and Radiator Outlet Hose Replacement in Engine Cooling.
  56. Fill the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling in Engine Cooling.
  57. Connect the battery positive cable to the generator and the starter. Refer to Battery Positive Cable Replacement in Engine Electrical.
  58. Connect the battery negative cable to the engine block. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Replacement in Engine Electrical.
  59. Install the throttle body air inlet duct. Refer to Air Cleaner Inlet Duct Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.6L (LY7).
  60. Connect the battery negative cable to the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in Engine Electrical.