Removal & Installation: Engine: Installation

1. To install, reverse removal procedure. To prevent excessive engine vibration and premature engine mount wear, tighten engine/transaxle mounts in sequence specified. See Fig 1.
2. Install transmission mount and tighten bolts/nuts on transmission side. Leave mount bolt loose. Install engine side mount and tighten bolts/nuts on engine side. Leave mount bolt loose. Tighten mount bolt on transmission mount and side engine mount. Tighten mount bolt on side engine mount and install rear mount bracket. Tighten rear mount bracket bolts. Install and tighten right and left front mounting brackets and bolts.
3. When installing drive axles, use NEW spring clips. Insert drive axles until spring clips click into groove of differential side gear. Ensure harness connectors and hoses are connected properly. Ensure control cables are not bent or pinched and are adjusted properly. On manual transmission models, adjust clutch pedal free play. Verify transaxle shifts smoothly.
4. On all models, adjust drive belt tension. Fill or top off all fluids. Fill and bleed air from cooling system. See BLEEDING COOLING SYSTEM in the COOLING SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS article in the ENGINE COOLING section. Start engine and check for leaks.

Fig 1: Engine/Transaxle Mount Tightening Sequence

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