Nissan Murano Z51 (2008 year). Manual - part 175

TIMING CHAIN

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Tighten mounting bolts to the specified torque in numerical order
as shown in the figure.
• There are two types of mounting bolt. Refer to the following for

locating bolts.

d.

After all bolts tightening, retighten them to the specified torque in
numerical order as shown in the figure.

CAUTION:

Be sure to wipe off any excessive liquid gasket leaking on surface mating with oil pan (upper).

e.

After installing front timing chain case, check the surface height
difference between the following parts on the oil pan (upper)
mounting surface.

• If not within the standard, repeat the installation procedure.

13. Install intake valve timing control covers as follows:
a.

Install new seal rings in shaft grooves.

b.

Being careful not to move seal rings from the installation grooves, align dowel pins on front timing chain
case with the holes to install valve timing control covers.

c.

Tighten mounting bolts in numerical order as shown in the fig-
ure.

14. Install crankshaft pulley as follows:
a.

Install crankshaft pulley, taking care not to damage front oil seal.
• When press-fitting crankshaft pulley with a plastic hammer, tap on its center portion (not circumference).

b.

Fix crankshaft with the pulley holder (commercial service tool).

c.

Tighten crankshaft pulley bolt.

M8 bolts

: 1, 2

: 28.4 N·m (2.9 kg-m, 21 ft-lb)

M6 bolts

: Except the above

: 12.7 N·m (1.3 kg-m, 9 ft-lb)

Standard

Front timing chain case to rear timing chain case:

−

0.14 to 0.14 mm (

−

0.006 to 0.006 in)

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:  Bank  1

B

:  Bank  2

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: Dowel pin hole

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: 44.1 N·m (4.5 kg-m, 33 ft-lb)

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d.

Place a paint mark (A) on crankshaft pulley (1) aligning with the
angle mark (B) on crankshaft pulley bolt (2). Tighten the bolt 90
degrees (angle tightening).

15. Rotate crankshaft pulley in normal direction (clockwise when viewed from engine front) to confirm it turns

smoothly.

16. Install in the reverse order of removal after this step.

Inspection

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INSPECTION AFTER REMOVAL

Timing Chain

Check for cracks and any excessive wear at link plates and roller
links of timing chain. Replace timing chain if necessary.

INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

Inspection for Leakage

The following are procedures for checking fluids leakage and lubricates leakage.

• Before starting engine, check oil/fluid levels including engine coolant and engine oil. If less than required

quantity, fill to the specified level. Refer to 

MA-15, "FOR NORTH AMERICA : Fluids and Lubricants"

 (for

North America) or 

MA-16, "FOR MEXICO : Fluids and Lubricants"

 (for Mexico).

• Use procedure below to check for fuel leakage.
- Turn ignition switch “ON” (with engine stopped). With fuel pressure applied to fuel piping, check for fuel leak-

age at connection points.

- Start engine. With engine speed increased, check again for fuel leakage at connection points.
• Run engine to check for unusual noise and vibration.

NOTE:
If hydraulic pressure inside chain tensioner drops after removal/installation, slack in guide may generate a
pounding noise during and just after the engine start. However, this does not indicate an unusualness. Noise
will stop after hydraulic pressure rises.

• Warm up engine thoroughly to check there is no leakage of fuel, or any oil/fluids including engine oil and

engine coolant.

• Bleed air from lines and hoses of applicable lines, such as in cooling system.
• After cooling down engine, again check oil/fluid levels including engine oil and engine coolant. Refill to the

specified level, if necessary.

Summary of the inspection items:

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A

:  Crack

B

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Items

Before starting engine

Engine running

After engine stopped

Engine coolant

Level

Leakage

Level

Engine oil

Level

Leakage

Level

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*: Transmission/transaxle/CVT fluid, power steering fluid, brake fluid, etc.

Other oils and fluid*

Level

Leakage

Level

Fuel

Leakage

Leakage

Leakage

Items

Before starting engine

Engine running

After engine stopped

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ENGINE ASSEMBLY

2WD

2WD : Exploded View

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1.

Upper torque rod

2.

Engine mounting insulator (RH)

3.

Engine mounting bracket (RH)

4.

Engine mounting bracket (front)

5.

Engine mounting insulator (front)

6.

Vacuum hose

7.

Vacuum tube (front)

8.

Vacuum hose

9.

Engine mounting insulator (LH)

10.

Engine mounting insulator (rear)

11. Engine mounting stay (rear)

12. Engine mounting bracket (rear)

13.

Gusset

14. Rear torque rod

15. Rear torque rod bracket

A.

To electronic controlled engine mount 
control solenoid valve

B.

To transaxle

: Vehicle front

Refer to 

GI-4, "Components"

 for symbols in the figure.

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WARNING:

• Situate the vehicle on a flat and solid surface.
• Place chocks at front and back of rear wheels.
• For engines not equipped with engine slingers, attach proper slingers and bolts described in PARTS

CATALOG.

CAUTION:

• Always be careful to work safely, avoid forceful or uninstructed operations.
• Never start working until exhaust system and engine coolant are cool enough.
• If items or work required are not covered by the engine section, refer to the applicable sections.
• Always use the support point specified for lifting.
• Use either 2-pole lift type or separate type lift as best you can. If board-on type is used for unavoid-

able reasons, support at the rear axle jacking point with transmission jack or similar tool before
starting work, in preparation for the backward shift of center of gravity.

• For supporting points for lifting and jacking point at rear axle, refer to 

GI-31, "Garage Jack and

Safety Stand and 2-Pole Lift"

.

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1.

Upper torque rod

2.

Engine mounting insulator (RH)

3.

Engine mounting bracket (RH)

4.

Engine mounting bracket (front)

5.

Engine mounting insulator (front)

6.

Vacuum hose

7.

Vacuum tube (front)

8.

Vacuum hose

9.

Engine mounting insulator (LH)

10.

Vacuum hose

11. Engine mounting insulator (rear)

12. Engine mounting stay (rear)

13.

Vacuum tube (rear)

14. Engine mounting bracket (rear)

15. Gusset

16.

Rear torque rod

17. Rear torque rod bracket

A.

To electronic controlled engine mount 
control solenoid valve

B.

To transaxle

: Vehicle front

Refer to 

GI-4, "Components"

 for symbols in the figure.

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REMOVAL

Outline

At first, remove the engine and the transaxle assembly with front suspension member downward. Then sepa-
rate the engine and the transaxle.

Preparation

1.

Release fuel pressure. Refer to 

EC-545, "Inspection"

.

2.

Drain engine coolant. Refer to 

CO-8, "Draining"

.

CAUTION:

• Perform this step when the engine is cold.
• Never spill engine coolant on drive belt.

3.

Remove the following parts:
• Engine cover: Refer to 

EM-25, "Exploded View"

.

• Front road wheel and tires
• Splash guards (RH and LH): Refer to 

EXT-23, "FENDER PROTECTOR : Exploded View"

.

• Air duct (inlet), air cleaner cases (upper and lower) with mass air flow sensor and air duct assembly:

Refer to 

EM-27, "Exploded View"

.

• Battery and battery tray: Refer to 

PG-106, "Removal and Installation"

.

• Drive belt: Refer to 

EM-13, "Removal and Installation"

.

• Reservoir tank of radiator: Refer to 

CO-13, "Exploded View"

.

• Front wiper arm and extension cowl top: Refer to 

WW-126, "Exploded View"

 and 

EXT-20, "Exploded

View"

.

4.

Disconnect engine room harness at the TCM, ECM, and other sides.

CAUTION:

To keep clean harness connector and avoid damage and foreign materials, cover them completely
with plastic bags or something similar.

5.

Remove battery bracket with ECM and TCM.

6.

Remove sub-tank bracket mounting nut, and then temporarily secure sub-tank and bracket assembly to
aside. Refer to 

BR-27, "Exploded View"

.

Engine Room

1.

Disconnect heater hoses. Refer to 

CO-25, "Exploded View"

.

• Install plug to avoid leakage of engine coolant.

2.

Remove EVAP hose. Refer to 

EM-29, "Exploded View"

.

3.

Disconnect fuel feed hose quick connector at fuel tube side. Refer to 

EM-45, "Exploded View"

.

• Install plug to avoid leakage of fuel.

4.

Disconnect transaxle shift control cable at transaxle side. Refer to 

TM-167, "Exploded View"

.

5.

Disconnect brake booster vacuum hose at engine side. Refer to 

EM-29, "Exploded View"

.

6.

Disconnect ground cable.

7.

Remove A/C compressor with piping connected, and temporarily secure it to aside. Refer to 

HA-37,

"Exploded View"

.

8.

Disconnect suction hoses of power steering oil pump at reservoir tank side. Refer to 

ST-36, "Exploded

View"

.

• Install plug to avoid leakage of power steering fluid.

9.

Disconnect CVT fluid cooler hoses from radiator. Refer to 

CO-13, "Exploded View"

.

10. Remove starter motor. Refer to 

STR-15, "Exploded View"

.

Vehicle Underbody

1.

Remove front drive shafts (RH and LH). Refer to 

FAX-17, "Exploded View"

.

2.

Remove air guide. Refer to 

FSU-17, "Removal and Installation"

.

3.

Remove exhaust front tube. Refer to 

EX-5, "Exploded View"

.

4.

Remove heat insulator.

5.

Disconnect steering lower joint at power steering gear assembly side, and release steering lower shaft.
Refer to 

ST-22, "Exploded View"

.

6.

Disconnect front stabilizer connecting rod. Refer to 

FSU-15, "Exploded View"

.

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7.

Remove strut assembly and steering knuckle fixing nuts and bolts. Refer to 

FSU-10, "Exploded View"

 and

FAX-10, "Exploded View"

.

8.

Remove front wheel sensor (RH and LH) for ABS from steering knuckle. Refer to 

BRC-114, "FRONT

WHEEL SENSOR : Exploded View"

.

9.

Remove front brake caliper assembly with piping connected, and temporarily secure it to aside for vehicle
side. Refer to 

BR-36, "BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY : Exploded View"

.

10. Disconnect power steering piping at a point between vehicle and engine. Refer to 

ST-42, "Exploded

View"

.

• Install plug to avoid leakage of power steering fluid.

11. Remove rear plate cover from oil pan (upper). Then remove bolts fixing drive plate to torque converter.

Refer to 

EM-39, "Exploded View"

 and 

TM-176, "Removal and Installation"

.

12. Remove transaxle joint bolts which pierce at oil pan (upper) lower rear side. Refer to 

EM-39, "Exploded

View"

.

13. Remove crankshaft position sensor (POS). Refer to 

EM-39, "Exploded View"

.

CAUTION:

• Handle carefully to avoid dropping and shocks.
• Never disassemble.
• Never allow metal powder to adhere to magnetic part at sensor tip.
• Never place sensors in a location where they are exposed to magnetism.

Removal

1.

Use a manual lift table caddy (commercial service tool) or equiv-
alently rigid tool such as a transmission jack. Securely support
bottom of front suspension member.

CAUTION:

Put a piece of wood or something similar as the supporting
surface, secure a completely stable condition.

2.

Remove engine mounting insulator (RH) and engine mounting bracket (RH).

3.

Remove mounting bolt between transverse link and front suspension member with power tool.

4.

Remove front suspension member mounting nuts and bolts. Refer to 

FSU-17, "Exploded View"

.

5.

Carefully lower jack, or raise lift to remove the engine and the transaxle assembly and front suspension
member. When performing work, observe the following caution:

CAUTION:

• Confirm there is no interference with the vehicle.
• Check all connection points have been disconnected.
• Keep in mind the center of vehicle gravity changes. If necessary, use jack(s) to support the vehi-

cle at rear jacking point(s) to prevent it from falling it off the lift.

Separation

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1.

Install engine slingers into front of cylinder head (bank 1) (3) and
rear of cylinder head (bank 2) (2).

2.

Remove power steering oil pump, power steering piping and power steering bracket from engine and tran-
saxle assembly. Refer to 

ST-36, "Exploded View"

.

3.

Disconnect vacuum hoses of front engine mounting insulator.

4.

Disconnect vacuum hoses of rear engine mounting insulator. [With Vacuum Tube (Rear) Models]

5.

Lift with hoist the engine and the transaxle assembly and front suspension member.

CAUTION:

• Before and during this lifting, always check if any harnesses are left connected.
• Avoid damage to and oil/grease smearing or spills onto engine mounting insulator.

6.

Remove rear torque rod and rear torque rod bracket.

7.

Remove each engine mounting insulator and each engine mounting bracket from engine, transaxle and
front suspension member.

8.

Separate engine and transaxle assembly from front suspension member.

CAUTION:

• Before and during this lifting, always check if any harnesses are left connected.
• Avoid damage to and oil/grease smearing or spills onto engine mounting insulator.

9.

Separate engine and transaxle assembly. Refer to 

TM-176, "Exploded View"

.

INSTALLATION

Note the following, and install in the reverse order of removal.

CAUTION:

• Never allow engine mounting insulator to be damage and careful no oil gets on it.
• Check all mounting insulators are seated properly, then tighten mounting nuts and bolts.

Preparation

1.

Install the engine mounting bracket (RH) to the engine as follows:

1

: Engine rear slinger

4

: Engine front slinger (upper)

5

: Engine front slinger (lower)

: Engine front

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a.

Tighten the bolt No. 7 as shown in the figure. (temporarily)

b.

Tighten the bolts in numerical order as shown in the figure.
(specified torque)

2.

Install the engine mounting bracket (front) to the engine as follows:

a.

Tighten the bolt No. 4 as shown in the figure. (temporarily)

b.

Tighten the bolts in numerical order as shown in the figure.
(specified torque)

3.

Install the engine mounting bracket (rear) and gusset to the engine as follows:

a.

Tighten the bolt No. 4 as shown in the figure. (temporarily)

b.

Tighten the bolts in numerical order as shown in the figure.
(specified torque)

4.

Install the rear torque rod bracket to the engine as follows:

: Vehicle front

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: Engine front

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: Engine front

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a.

Tighten the bolt No. 3 as shown in the figure. (temporarily)

b.

Tighten the bolts in numerical order as shown in the figure.
(specified torque)

5.

Install the engine mounting insulator (LH) to the transaxle as follows:

a.

Tighten the bolt No. 3 as shown in the figure. (temporarily)

b.

Tighten the bolts in numerical order as shown in the figure.
(specified torque)

6.

Install the engine mounting insulator (front) to the front suspension member as follows:

a.

Tighten the bolt No. 3 as shown in the figure. (temporarily)

b.

Tighten the bolts in numerical order as shown in the figure.
(specified torque)

7.

Install the engine mounting insulator (rear) to the front suspension member as follows:

a.

Tighten the bolt No. 3 as shown in the figure. (temporarily)

b.

Tighten the bolts in numerical order as shown in the figure.
(specified torque)

8.

Install the engine mounting stay (rear) as follows:

: Engine front

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: Vehicle front

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: Vehicle front

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a.

Tighten the nut No. 3 as shown in the figure. (temporarily)

b.

Tighten the bolts and nut in numerical order as shown in the fig-
ure. (specified torque)

9.

Install the rear torque rod to the front suspension member as follows:

a.

Tighten the bolt No. 3 as shown in the figure. (temporarily)

b.

Tighten the bolts in numerical order as shown in the figure.
(specified torque)

10. Install the engine mounting brackets (front and rear) to the engine mounting insulators (front and rear).

11. Install the engine mounting insulator (LH) to the front suspension member.

• Tighten the bolts in numerical order as shown in the figure.

12. Install the rear torque rod to the rear torque rod bracket.
13. Install the vacuum tube (front) as follows:

a.

Tighten the bolt No. 3 as shown in the figure. (temporarily)

b.

Tighten the bolts in numerical order as shown in the figure.
(specified torque)

With vacuum tube (rear) models
14. Install the vacuum tube (rear) as follows:

: Vehicle front

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: Vehicle front

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: Vehicle front

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: Engine front

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a.

Tighten the bolt No. 3 as shown in the figure. (temporarily)

b.

Tighten the bolts in numerical order as shown in the figure.
(specified torque)

Installation

1.

Install the engine mounting insulator (RH) as follows:

a.

Tighten the bolt No. 1 as shown in the figure. (temporarily)

b.

Tighten the bolts No. 2, 3 in numerical order as shown in the fig-
ure. (specified torque)

c.

Tighten the bolt No. 1 as shown in the figure. (specified torque)

d.

Tighten the bolts No. 4, 5, 6 in numerical order as shown in the
figure. (specified torque)

2.

Install the upper torque rod as follows:

a.

Tighten the bolt No. 2 as shown in the figure. (temporarily)

b.

Tighten the bolts in numerical order as shown in the figure.
(specified torque)

2WD : Inspection

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INSPECTION AFTER INSTALLATION

Inspection for Leakage

The following are procedures for checking fluids leakage, lubricates leakage, and exhaust gases leakage.

• Before starting engine, check oil/fluid levels including engine coolant and engine oil. If less than required

quantity, fill to the specified level. Refer to 

MA-15, "FOR NORTH AMERICA : Fluids and Lubricants"

 (for

North America) or 

MA-16, "FOR MEXICO : Fluids and Lubricants"

 (for Mexico).

• Use procedure below to check for fuel leakage.
- Turn ignition switch “ON” (with engine stopped). With fuel pressure applied to fuel piping, check for fuel leak-

age at connection points.

- Start engine. With engine speed increased, check again for fuel leakage at connection points.
• Run engine to check for unusual noise and vibration.
• Warm up engine thoroughly to check there is no leakage of fuel, exhaust gases, or any oil/fluids including

engine oil and engine coolant.

• Bleed air from lines and hoses of applicable lines, such as in cooling system.
• After cooling down engine, again check oil/fluid levels including engine oil and engine coolant. Refill to the

specified level, if necessary.

: Engine front

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: Vehicle front

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: Vehicle front

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Summary of the inspection items:

*: Transmission/transaxle/CVT fluid, power steering fluid, brake fluid, etc.

AWD

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Items

Before starting engine

Engine running

After engine stopped

Engine coolant

Level

Leakage

Level

Engine oil

Level

Leakage

Level

Other oils and fluid*

Level

Leakage

Level

Fuel

Leakage

Leakage

Leakage

Exhaust gases

—

Leakage

—

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1.

Upper torque rod

2.

Engine mounting insulator (RH)

3.

Engine mounting bracket (RH)

4.

Engine mounting bracket (front)

5.

Engine mounting insulator (front)

6.

Vacuum hose

7.

Vacuum tube (front)

8.

Vacuum hose

9.

Engine mounting insulator (LH)

10.

Engine mounting insulator (rear)

11. Vacuum hose

12. Rear torque rod

13.

Rear torque rod bracket

A.

To electronic controlled engine mount 
control solenoid valve

: Vehicle front

Refer to 

GI-4, "Components"

 for symbols in the figure.

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WARNING:

• Situate the vehicle on a flat and solid surface.
• Place chocks at front and back of rear wheels.
• For engines not equipped with engine slingers, attach proper slingers and bolts described in PARTS

CATALOG.

CAUTION:

• Always be careful to work safely, avoid forceful or uninstructed operations.
• Never start working until exhaust system and engine coolant are cool enough.
• If items or work required are not covered by the engine section, refer to the applicable sections.
• Always use the support point specified for lifting.
• Use either 2-pole lift type or separate type lift as best you can. If board-on type is used for unavoid-

able reasons, support at the rear axle jacking point with transmission jack or similar tool before
starting work, in preparation for the backward shift of center of gravity.

• For supporting points for lifting and jacking point at rear axle, refer to 

GI-31, "Garage Jack and

Safety Stand and 2-Pole Lift"

.

REMOVAL

JPBIA1672GB

1.

Upper torque rod

2.

Engine mounting insulator (RH)

3.

Engine mounting bracket (RH)

4.

Engine mounting bracket (front)

5.

Engine mounting insulator (front)

6.

Vacuum hose

7.

Vacuum tube (front)

8.

Vacuum hose

9.

Engine mounting insulator (LH)

10.

Engine mounting insulator (rear)

11. Vacuum hose

12. Vacuum tube (rear)

13.

Engine mounting bracket (rear)

14. Rear torque rod

15. Rear torque rod bracket

A.

To electronic controlled engine mount 
control solenoid valve

: Vehicle front

Refer to 

GI-4, "Components"

 for symbols in the figure.

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At first, remove the engine, the transaxle and the transfer assembly with front suspension member downward.
Then separate the engine, the transaxle and the transfer.

Preparation

1.

Release fuel pressure. Refer to 

EC-545, "Inspection"

.

2.

Drain engine coolant. Refer to 

CO-8, "Draining"

.

CAUTION:

• Perform this step when the engine is cold.
• Never spill engine coolant on drive belt.

3.

Remove the following parts:
• Engine cover: Refer to 

EM-25, "Exploded View"

.

• Front road wheel and tires
• Splash guards (RH and LH): Refer to 

EXT-23, "FENDER PROTECTOR : Exploded View"

.

• Air duct (inlet), air cleaner cases (upper and lower) with mass air flow sensor and air duct assembly:

Refer to 

EM-27, "Exploded View"

.

• Battery and battery tray: Refer to 

PG-106, "Removal and Installation"

.

• Drive belt: Refer to 

EM-13, "Removal and Installation"

.

• Reservoir tank of radiator: Refer to 

CO-13, "Exploded View"

.

• Front wiper arm and extension cowl top: Refer to 

WW-126, "Exploded View"

 and 

EXT-20, "Exploded

View"

.

4.

Disconnect engine room harness at the TCM, ECM, and other sides.

CAUTION:

To keep clean harness connector and avoid damage and foreign materials, cover them completely
with plastic bags or something similar.

5.

Remove battery bracket with ECM and TCM.

6.

Remove sub-tank bracket mounting nut, and then temporarily secure sub-tank and bracket assembly to
aside. Refer to 

BR-27, "Exploded View"

.

Engine Room

1.

Disconnect heater hoses. Refer to 

CO-25, "Exploded View"

.

• Install plug to avoid leakage of engine coolant.

2.

Remove EVAP hose. Refer to 

EM-29, "Exploded View"

.

3.

Disconnect fuel feed hose quick connector at fuel tube side. Refer to 

EM-45, "Exploded View"

.

• Install plug to avoid leakage of fuel.

4.

Disconnect transaxle shift control cable at transaxle side. Refer to 

TM-167, "Exploded View"

.

5.

Disconnect brake booster vacuum hose at engine side. Refer to 

EM-29, "Exploded View"

.

6.

Disconnect ground cable.

7.

Remove A/C compressor with piping connected, and temporarily secure it to aside. Refer to 

HA-37,

"Exploded View"

.

8.

Disconnect suction hoses of power steering oil pump at reservoir tank side. Refer to 

ST-42, "Exploded

View"

.

• Install plug to avoid leakage of power steering fluid.

9.

Disconnect CVT fluid cooler hoses from radiator. Refer to 

CO-13, "Exploded View"

.

10. Remove starter motor. Refer to 

STR-15, "Exploded View"

.

Vehicle Underbody

1.

Remove front drive shafts (RH and LH). Refer to 

FAX-44, "Exploded View"

.

2.

Remove air guide. Refer to 

FSU-17, "Removal and Installation"

.

3.

Remove exhaust front tube. Refer to 

EX-5, "Exploded View"

.

4.

Remove propeller shaft. Refer to 

DLN-80, "Exploded View"

.

5.

Remove heat insulator.

6.

Disconnect steering lower joint at power steering gear assembly side, and release steering lower shaft.
Refer to 

ST-22, "Exploded View"

.

7.

Disconnect front stabilizer connecting rod. Refer to 

FSU-15, "Exploded View"

.

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8.

Remove strut assembly and steering knuckle fixing nuts and bolts. Refer to 

FSU-10, "Exploded View"

 and

FAX-37, "Exploded View"

.

9.

Remove front wheel sensor (RH and LH) for ABS from steering knuckle. Refer to 

BRC-114, "FRONT

WHEEL SENSOR : Exploded View"

.

10. Remove front brake caliper assembly with piping connected, and temporarily secure it to aside for vehicle

side. Refer to 

BR-36, "BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY : Exploded View"

.

11. Disconnect power steering piping at a point between vehicle and engine. Refer to 

ST-42, "Exploded

View"

.

• Install plug to avoid leakage of power steering fluid.

12. Remove rear plate cover from oil pan (upper). Then remove bolts fixing drive plate to torque converter.

Refer to 

EM-39, "Exploded View"

 and 

TM-176, "Removal and Installation"

.

13. Remove transaxle joint bolts which pierce at oil pan (upper) lower rear side. Refer to 

EM-39, "Exploded

View"

.

14. Remove crankshaft position sensor (POS). Refer to 

EM-39, "Exploded View"

.

CAUTION:

• Handle carefully to avoid dropping and shocks.
• Never disassemble.
• Never allow metal powder to adhere to magnetic part at sensor tip.
• Never place sensors in a location where they are exposed to magnetism.

Removal

1.

Use a manual lift table caddy (commercial service tool) or equiv-
alently rigid tool such as a transmission jack. Securely support
bottom of front suspension member.

CAUTION:

Put a piece of wood or something similar as the supporting
surface, secure a completely stable condition.

2.

Remove engine mounting insulator (RH) and engine mounting bracket (RH).

3.

Remove mounting bolt between transverse link and front suspension member with power tool.

4.

Remove front suspension member mounting nuts and bolts. Refer to 

FSU-17, "Exploded View"

.

5.

Carefully lower jack, or raise lift to remove the engine, the transaxle and transfer assembly and front sus-
pension member. When performing work, observe the following caution:

CAUTION:

• Confirm there is no interference with the vehicle.
• Check all connection points have been disconnected.
• Keep in mind the center of vehicle gravity changes. If necessary, use jack(s) to support the vehi-

cle at rear jacking point(s) to prevent it from falling it off the lift.

Separation

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