Engine Mechanical (VK50VE): Removal & Installation Infiniti FX50 II

Precaution for Removal and Disassembly

1. When instructed to use SST, use specified tools. Always be careful to work safely, avoid forceful or uninstructed operations.
2. Exercise maximum care to avoid damage to mating or sliding surfaces.
3. Cover openings of engine system with tape or the equivalent, if necessary, to seal out foreign materials.
4. Mark and arrange disassembly parts in an organized way for easy troubleshooting and assembly.
5. When loosening nuts and bolts, as a basic rule, start with the one furthest outside, then the one diagonally opposite, and so on. If the order of loosening is specified, do exactly as specified. Power tools may be used where noted in the step.

Precaution for Assembly and Installation

1. Use torque wrench to tighten bolts or nuts to specification.
2. When tightening nuts and bolts, as a basic rule, equally tighten in several different steps starting with the ones in center, then ones on inside and outside diagonally in this order. If the order of tightening is specified, do exactly as specified.
3. Replace with new gasket, packing, oil seal or O-ring.
4. Thoroughly wash, clean, and air-blow each part. Carefully check engine oil or engine coolant passages for any restriction and blockage.
5. Dowel pins are used for several parts alignment. When replacing and reassembling parts with dowel pins, check that dowel pins are installed in the original position.
6. Avoid damaging sliding or mating surfaces. Completely remove foreign materials such as cloth lint or dust. Before assembly, oil sliding surfaces well.
7. Release air within route when refilling after draining engine coolant.
8. After repairing, start engine and increase engine speed to check engine coolant, fuel, engine oil, and exhaust gases for leakage.

REMOVAL OF LIQUID GASKET SEALING

1. After removing mounting nuts and bolts, separate the mating surface using the seal cutter [SST:KV10111100 (J-37228)] (A) and remove old liquid gasket sealing. CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the mating surfaces.
2. Tap the seal cutter to insert it (B), and then slide it (C) by tapping on the side as shown below.
3. In areas where the seal cutter is difficult to use, lightly tap the parts using a plastic hammer to remove it.

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1. Using a scraper (A), remove old liquid gasket adhering to the liquid gasket application surface and the mating surface. Remove liquid gasket completely from the groove of the liquid gasket application surface, mounting bolts and bolt holes.
2. Wipe the liquid gasket application surface and the mating surface with white gasoline (lighting and heating use) to remove adhering moisture, grease and foreign materials.
3. Attach liquid gasket tube to the tube presser (commercial service tool). Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or an equivalent. Refer to «RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL PRODUCTS AND SEALANTS»(ref-368843-S08381428422010081300000) .
4. Apply liquid gasket without gaps to the specified location according to the specified dimensions.

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1. If there is a groove for liquid gasket application, apply liquid gasket to the groove.
2. As for bolt holes (B), normally apply liquid gasket inside the holes. Occasionally, it should be applied outside the holes. Check to read the text of this information.
3. Within 5 minutes of liquid gasket application, install the mating component.
4. If liquid gasket protrudes, wipe it off immediately.
5. Do not retighten mounting bolts or nuts after the installation.
6. After 30 minutes or more have passed from the installation, fill engine oil and engine coolant.

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1. In this information, each bank name is defined as per the following
2. For cylinder numbers and bank layout (Scheme 156)

Bank 1: The bank side including cylinder No. 1 (odd-numbered cylinder side)

Bank 2: The other bank side of the above (even-numbered cylinder side)

REMOVAL

Alternator, Water Pump and A/C Compressor Belt

1. Remove air duct (inlet). Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368868-S08552748242010081300000) .
2. Remove reservoir tank. Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368881-S32071869332010081300000) .
3. With box wrench, and while securely holding the hexagonal part in pulley center of auto tensioner (1), move wrench handle in the direction of arrow (loosening direction of tensioner). CAUTION: Never place hand in a location where pinching may occur if the holding tool accidentally comes off. Never loosen the hexagonal part in center of auto tensioner pulley (Never turn it clockwise). If turned clockwise, the complete auto tensioner must be replaced as a unit, including the pulley.
4. Under the above condition, insert a metallic bar (A) of approximately 6 mm (0.24 in) in diameter (hexagonal bar wrench shown as example below) through the holding boss to lock auto tensioner pulley arm. Leave auto tensioner pulley arm locked until belt is installed again.
5. Remove alternator, water pump and A/C compressor belt.

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Power Steering Oil Pump Belt

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1. Remove engine undercover with power tool.
2. Remove alternator, water pump and A/C compressor belt.
3. With box wrench, and while securely holding the hexagonal part in pulley center of auto tensioner (1), move wrench handle in the direction of arrow (loosening direction of tensioner). CAUTION: Never place hand in a location where pinching may occur if the holding tool accidentally comes off. Never loosen the hexagonal part in center of auto tensioner pulley (Never turn it clockwise). If turned clockwise, the complete auto tensioner must be replaced as a unit, including the pulley.
4. Under the above condition, insert a metallic bar (A) of approximately 6 mm (0.24 in) in diameter (hexagonal bar wrench shown as example in the graphic) through the holding boss to lock auto tensioner pulley arm. Leave auto tensioner pulley arm locked until belt is installed again.
5. Remove power steering oil pump belt.

INSTALLATION

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

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

1. Install the air cleaner filter by aligning the seal with the notch of air cleaner case.

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Refer to COMPONENTS for symbols above.

1. Remove engine cover. Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368868-S19442311672010081300000) .
2. Remove ignition coil. Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368868-S41514598932010081300000) .
3. Remove spark plug with a spark plug wrench (commercial service tool).

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Installation is the reverse order of removal.

1. Remove clip, and remove engine room cover (RH and LH).
2. Remove engine cover as per the following: Front side: Lift and remove fit. Rear side: Pull out to forward and remove fit.
3. Remove battery cover and brake master cylinder cover, if necessary.
4. Remove air duct (inlet). Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368868-S08552748242010081300000) .

Installation is the reverse order of removal.

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Refer to COMPONENTS for symbols above.

1. Remove drive belts. Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368868-S02512107322010081300000) . Keep auto-tensioner pulley arm locked after drive belt is removed.
2. Remove drive belt auto-tensioners. Keep auto-tensioner pulley arm locked to install or remove auto-tensioner. CAUTION: Never loosen the hexagonal part in center of drive belt auto tensioner pulley (Never turn it clockwise). If turned clockwise, the complete drive belt auto tensioner must be replaced as a unit, including the pulley.
3. Remove idler pulley.

Installation is the reverse order of removal.

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Refer to COMPONENTS for symbols above.

1. Remove engine cover and engine room cover (RH and LH). Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368868-S19442311672010081300000) .
2. Remove air duct (inlet).
3. Disconnect mass air flow sensor harness connector.
4. Disconnect PCV hose.
5. Remove air cleaner case & mass air flow sensor assembly and air duct by disconnecting their joints. Add matching marks, if necessary for easier installation.
6. Remove mass air flow sensor from air cleaner case, if necessary.

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

1. Align marks. Attach each joint. Screw clamps firmly.

Clamp tightening torque: 4.5 N.m (0.46 kg-m, 40 in-lb)

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1. Remove engine cover and engine room cover (RH and LH). Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368868-S19442311672010081300000) .
2. Release fuel pressure. Refer to «INSPECTION»(ref-368885-S18991877972010081300000) .
3. Remove air duct (inlet) and air duct. Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368868-S08552748242010081300000) .
4. Remove quick connector cap (1) and disconnect fuel feed hose (2) on engine side. Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368868-S10007376122010081300000) .
5. Remove engine cover bracket. Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368868-S19442311672010081300000) .
6. Remove fuel injector and fuel tube assembly. Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368868-S10007376122010081300000) .
7. Disconnect manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor and air fuel ratio sensor 1 (bank 1) harness connector.
8. Remove vacuum tank, EVAP service port hose and EVAP canister purge control solenoid valve.
9. Disconnect PCV hoses and vacuum hose from intake manifold. Add matching marks as necessary for easier installation.
10. Drain engine coolant from radiator. Refer to «DRAINING»(ref-368881-S40778601372010081300000) . CAUTION: Perform this step when the engine is cold. Never spill engine coolant on drive belts. NOTE: When removing only intake manifold, move electric throttle control actuator without disconnecting the water hoses.
11. Remove electric throttle control actuator. Loosen mounting bolts in reverse order as shown below. NOTE: The graphic shows the electric throttle control actuator (bank 1) viewed from the air duct side. Viewed from the air duct side, the order of loosening mounting bolts of electric throttle control actuator (bank 1) is the same as that of the electric throttle control actuator (bank 2). CAUTION: Handle carefully to avoid any impact to electric throttle control actuator. Never disassemble.
12. Remove intake manifold with power tool. Loosen mounting bolts in reverse order as shown below.
13. Remove intake manifold gaskets. CAUTION: Cover engine openings to avoid entry of foreign materials.
14. Remove manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor, if necessary. CAUTION: Handle carefully to avoid any impact to manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor.
15. Remove acoustic absorbent.

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

Intake Manifold

Tighten in numerical order as shown below.

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Electric Throttle Control Actuator

1. Tighten in numerical order as shown above. NOTE: The graphic shows the electric throttle control actuator (bank 1) viewed from the air duct side. Viewed from the air duct side, the order of tightening mounting bolts of electric throttle control actuator (bank 1) is the same as that of the electric throttle control actuator (bank 2).
2. Perform the "Throttle Valve Closed Position Learning" when harness connector of electric throttle control actuator is disconnected. Refer to «THROTTLE VALVE CLOSED POSITION LEARNING : DESCRIPTION»(ref-368885-S26620650142010081300000) .
3. Perform the "Idle Air Volume Learning" and "Throttle Valve Closed Position Learning" when electric throttle control actuator is replaced. Refer to «IDLE AIR VOLUME LEARNING: DESCRIPTION»(ref-368885-S24438573192010081300000) and «THROTTLE VALVE CLOSED POSITION LEARNING: DESCRIPTION»(ref-368885-S26620650142010081300000) .

Water Hose

Insert hose by 27 to 32 mm (1.06 to 1.26 in) from connector end.

Vacuum Hose

Refer to INSPECTION .

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1. Remove engine cover and engine room cover (RH and LH). Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368868-S19442311672010081300000) .
2. Release fuel pressure. Refer to «INSPECTION»(ref-368885-S18991877972010081300000) .
3. Remove the fuel feed hose (2) on the fuel feed damper side with quick connector release [SST: - (J-45488)] as per the followings steps. CAUTION: Use the quick connector release for removing the fuel feed hose on the centralized under-floor piping side as well as the fuel feed damper side although the shape of the quick connector is different. Remove quick connector cap from quick connector connection. With the sleeve side (B) of quick connector release (A) facing to quick connector (D), install quick connector release onto fuel feed hose. Insert quick connector release into quick connector until sleeve contacts and goes no further. Hold quick connector release on that position. CAUTION: Inserting quick connector release hard will not disconnect quick connector. Hold quick connector release where it contacts and goes no further. Pull out quick connector straight from fuel feed damper. CAUTION: Pull quick connector holding position (E) as shown above. Never pull with lateral force applied. O-ring inside quick connector may be damaged. Prepare container and cloth beforehand as fuel will leak out. Avoid fire and sparks. Keep parts away from heat source. Especially, be careful when welding is performed around them. Never expose parts to battery electrolyte or other acids. Never bend or twist connection between quick connector and fuel feed hose during installation/removal. To keep the connecting portion clean and to avoid damage and foreign materials, cover them completely with plastic bags (A) or something similar.
4. Remove air duct. Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368868-S08552748242010081300000) .
5. Remove electric throttle control actuator. Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368868-S17875645502010081300000) .
6. Remove fuel hose (center). The procedure for removing the quick connector is the same as for removing the fuel feed damper. CAUTION: Disconnect quick connector by using quick connector release [SST: - (J-45488)], not by picking out retainer tabs.
7. Remove fuel tube and fuel injector assembly. Loosen mounting bolts (b) first. Then loosen mounting bolts (a) shown below. CAUTION: Never tilt it, or remaining fuel in pipes may flow out from pipes.
8. Remove fuel injector (1) from fuel tube (3) as per the following: Open and remove clip (2). Remove fuel injector from fuel tube by pulling straight. CAUTION: Be careful with remaining fuel that may go out from fuel tube. Be careful not to damage injector nozzles during removal. Never bump or drop fuel injector. Never disassemble fuel injector.
9. Disconnect sub harness connector from fuel injectors.
10. Remove fuel damper and fuel feed damper, if necessary.

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1. Install fuel damper (4) as per the following: Install new O-ring (3) to fuel tube (bank 1) (2) as shown above. When handling new O-ring, pay attention to the following caution items: CAUTION: Handle O-ring with bare hands. Never wear gloves. Lubricate O-ring with new engine oil. Never clean O-ring with solvent. Check that O-ring and its mating part are free of foreign material. When installing O-ring, be careful not to scratch it with tool or fingernails. Also be careful not to twist or stretch O-ring. If O-ring was stretched while it was being attached, never insert it quickly into fuel tube. Insert new O-ring straight into fuel tube. Never decenter or twist it. Install spacer (A) to fuel damper. Insert fuel damper straight into fuel tube (bank 1). CAUTION: Insert straight, check that the axis is lined up. Insert fuel damper at 130 N (13.3 kg, 29.2 lb) or less to prevent damage to the parts Insert fuel damper until the rim (C) reaches the cap flange (B). Tighten mounting bolts evenly in turn. After tightening mounting bolts, check that there is no gap between flange and fuel tube (bank 1).
2. Install fuel feed damper. Handling procedure of O-ring is the same as that of fuel damper. Insert fuel feed damper straight into fuel tube (bank 2). CAUTION: Insert fuel feed damper at 147 N (15 kg, 33.1 lb) or less to prevent damage to the parts Tighten mounting bolts evenly in turn. After tightening mounting bolts, check that there is no gap between flange and fuel tube (bank 2).
3. Install new O-rings to fuel injector paying attention to the following caution. CAUTION: Upper and lower O-ring are different. Be careful not to confuse them. Fuel tube side: Black Nozzle side: Green Handle O-ring with bare hands. Never wear gloves. Lubricate O-ring with new engine oil. Never clean O-ring with solvent. Check that O-ring and its mating part are free of foreign material. When installing O-ring, be careful not to scratch it with tool or fingernails. Also be careful not to twist or stretch O-ring. If O-ring was stretched while it was being attached, never insert it quickly into fuel tube. Insert O-ring straight into fuel injector. Never decenter or twist it.
4. Install fuel injector (3) to fuel tube (1) as per the following: Insert clip (5) into clip mounting groove (B) on fuel injector. Insert clip so that protrusion (C) of fuel injector matches cutout (E) of clip. CAUTION: Never reuse clip. Replace it with a new one. Be careful to keep clip from interfering with O-ring. If interference occurs, replace O-ring. Insert fuel injector into fuel tube with clip attached. Insert it while matching it to the axial center. Insert fuel injector so that protrusion (G) of fuel tube matches cutout (F) of clip. Check that fuel tube flange (A) is securely fixed in flange fixing groove (D) on clip. CAUTION: Insert fuel injector at 147 N (15 kg, 33.1 lb) or less to prevent damage to the parts Check that installation is complete by checking that fuel injector does not rotate or come off. Check that protrusions of fuel injectors and fuel tube are aligned with cutouts of clips after installation.
5. Install fuel tube and fuel injector assembly. Tighten mounting bolts (a) first. Then tighten mounting bolts (b) shown below. 1st step: 10.1 N.m (1.0 kg-m, 7 ft-lb) 2nd step: 23.6 N.m (2.4 kg-m, 17 ft-lb) CAUTION: Be careful not to let tip of injector nozzle come in contact with other parts. Insert fuel injector at 147 N (15 kg, 33.1 lb) or less to prevent damage to the parts
6. Install quick connecters as per the following: Unless otherwise indicated, the installation to the engine side and centralized under-floor piping side is exactly alike. Check no foreign substances are deposited in and around fuel piping and quick connector, and no damage on them. Thinly apply new engine oil around fuel piping from tip end to spool end. Align center to insert quick connector straightly into fuel piping. Fuel hose (center) and centralized under-floor piping side: Visually confirm that the two retainer tabs (A) are connected to the quick connector (B). CAUTION: Carefully align center to avoid inclined insertion to prevent damage to O-ring inside quick connector. Insert until you hear a "click" sound and actually feel the engagement. To avoid misidentification of engagement with a similar sound, be sure to perform the next step. Fuel feed damper side: Insert quick connector to fuel feed damper piping until top spool (2) is completely inside quick connector and 2nd level spool (3) exposes just below quick connector. CAUTION: Hold (A) position as shown below when inserting fuel feed hose (1) into quick connector. Carefully align center to avoid inclined insertion to prevent damage to O-ring inside quick connector. Insert until you hear a "click" sound and actually feel the engagement. To avoid misidentification of engagement with a similar sound, be sure to perform the next step. Pull quick connector by hand holding position (A). Check it is completely engaged (connected) so that it does not come out from fuel piping (1). Install quick connector cap (3) to quick connector connection. Install quick connector cap with arrow (A) on surface facing the direction of quick connector. CAUTION: If cap cannot be installed smoothly, quick connector may have not be installed correctly. Check connection again. NOTE: Graphic shows an example fuel feed damper side.
7. Install in the reverse order of removal.

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1. Drain engine oil. Refer to «DRAINING»(ref-368911-S26223361622010081300000) .
2. Remove oil pan (lower) as per the following: Loosen mounting bolts in reverse order as shown below to remove. Insert the seal cutter [SST: KV10111100 (J-37228)] (A) between oil pan (upper) and oil pan (lower). CAUTION: Be careful not to damage the mating surfaces. Never insert a screwdriver. This damages the mating surfaces. Slide the seal cutter by tapping on the side of tool with a hammer. Remove oil pan (lower).
3. Remove oil strainer.

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1. Install oil strainer.
2. Install oil pan (lower) as per the following: Use scraper (A) to remove old liquid gasket from mating surfaces. Remove old liquid gasket from the bolt holes and thread. CAUTION: Never scratch or damage the mating surfaces when cleaning off old liquid gasket. Apply a continuous bead of liquid gasket with the tube presser (commercial service tool) to the oil pan (lower) as shown below. Use Genuine RTV Silicone Sealant or an equivalent. Refer to «RECOMMENDED CHEMICAL PRODUCTS AND SEALANTS»(ref-368843-S08381428422010081300000) . CAUTION: Attaching must be done within 5 minutes after coating. Install oil pan (lower). Tighten mounting bolts in numerical order as shown below.
3. Install oil pan drain plug. Refer to the graphic of the components for installation direction of drain plug washer. Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368868-S26845980202010081300000) .
4. Install in the reverse order of removal after this step.

Note. Wait at least 30 minutes after oil pan is installed before pouring engine oil.

1. Remove transmission assembly. Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368886-S31409400222010081300000) .
2. Remove drive plate. Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368868-S37338235402010081300000) .
3. Remove rear oil seal with a suitable tool.

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1. Install rear oil seal. Install rear oil seal so that each seal lip is oriented as shown below. Press in rear oil seal (1) to the position as shown below. Using a suitable drift [outer diameter 101 mm (3.98 in)], press-fit until the height of rear oil seal is level with the mounting surface. Check the garter spring is in position and seal lips are not inverted. CAUTION: Be careful not to damage crankshaft and cylinder block. Press-fit straight and avoid causing burrs or tilting oil seal.
2. Install in the reverse order of removal after this step.

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Refer to COMPONENTS for symbols above.

Removal and Installation

Note. When removing/installing only the engine mounting, the hold engine assembly as instructed bellow

1. Remove food assembly. Refer to «HOOD ASSEMBLY: EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368903-S06770239872010081300000) .
2. Install engine slinger on both front right and front left sides of the engine.
3. Hoist the slinger to obtain room for engine assembly.

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Outline

At first, remove the engine, transmission, transfer and front final drive assembly with front suspension member facing downward. Then separate the engine from transmission.

Preparation

1. Remove engine cover, engine room cover (RH and LH), battery cover and brake master cylinder cover. Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368868-S19442311672010081300000) .
2. Release fuel pressure. Refer to «INSPECTION»(ref-368885-S18991877972010081300000) .
3. Remove the following parts: Engine undercover (power tool) Front road wheel and tires (power tool) Cowl top cover: Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368865-S39437057562010081300000) . Air duct, air cleaner case assembly and PCV hose: Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368868-S08552748242010081300000) . Drive belts: Refer to «REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION»(ref-368868-S35367859502010081300000) . Front cross bar: Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368862-S25573828592010081300000) .
4. Disconnect both battery cables. Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368844-S17416254892010081300000) .
5. Drain engine coolant from radiator. Refer to «DRAINING»(ref-368881-S40778601372010081300000) . CAUTION: Perform this step when engine is cold.
6. Discharge refrigerant from A/C circuit. Refer to «COLLECTION AND CHARGE»(ref-368877-S23974366792010081300000) .
7. Remove radiator hoses (upper and lower). Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368881-S32071869332010081300000) .

Engine Room LH

1. Disconnect heater hose at engine side, and fit a plug onto hose end to prevent engine coolant leakage.
2. Disconnect A/C piping from A/C compressor, and temporarily fasten it on vehicle with a rope. Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368877-S24516508622010081300000) .
3. Disconnect vacuum hose from brake booster. Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368868-S17875645502010081300000) .
4. Disconnect ground cable.

Engine Room RH

1. Disconnect all clips and connectors of the engine room harness from engine side.
2. Disconnect fuel feed hose and EVAP service port hose. Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368868-S10007376122010081300000) . CAUTION: Fit plugs onto disconnected hoses to prevent fuel leakage.
3. Remove reservoir tank of power steering oil pump and piping from vehicle, and temporarily secure them on engine. Refer to «VK50VE: EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368859-S29074429032010081300000) .

Vehicle Inside

Follow the procedure below to disconnect engine room harness connectors at passenger room side, and temporarily secure them on engine.

1. Remove glove box assembly and instrument assist lower panel. Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368874-S28263366332010081300000) .
2. Disconnect engine room harness connectors at unit sides and other locations.
3. Disengage intermediate fixing point. Pull out engine room harnesses to engine room side, and temporarily secure them on engine.

Vehicle Underbody

1. Remove A/T fluid cooler hoses and power steering oil pump oil cooler hoses. Install plug to avoid leakage of A/T fluid and power steering fluid.
2. Disconnect ground cable from exhaust manifold cover (bank 2).
3. Disconnect heated oxygen sensor 2 harness.
4. Remove three way catalyst and exhaust front tube. Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368868-S32040402522010081300000) and «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368919-S42519555022010081300000) .
5. Remove rear propeller shaft. Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368914-S18660225632010081300000) .
6. Disconnect lower joint at power steering gear assembly side, and release lower shaft. Refer to «WITHOUT ELECTRIC MOTOR: EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368859-S19279096902010081300000) or «WITH ELECTRIC MOTOR: EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368859-S36214433782010081300000) .
7. Disengage A/T control rod at control device assembly side. Then, temporarily secure it on the transmission assembly, so that it does not sag. Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368864-S31180445652010081300000) .
8. Preparation for the separation work of transaxle is as per the following: Remove rear plate cover from oil pan (upper). Then remove bolts fixing drive plate to torque converter. Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368868-S26845980202010081300000) . Remove transmission joint bolts that pierce at oil pan (upper) lower rear side. Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368868-S26845980202010081300000) .
9. Remove front stabilizer connecting rod. Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368862-S16941713052010081300000) .
10. Remove front wheel sensor for ABS from steering knuckle. Refer to «FRONT WHEEL SENSOR: EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368890-S10868714172010081300000) .
11. Remove brake caliper assembly with piping connected from steering knuckle. Temporarily secure it on the vehicle side with a rope to avoid load on it. Refer to «BRAKE CALIPER ASSEMBLY (4 PISTON TYPE): EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368873-S00148768932010081300000) .
12. Separate upper link from steering knuckle. Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368862-S08639913782010081300000) .
13. Separate shock absorber from transverse link. Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368862-S08639913782010081300000) .

Removal Work

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1. Use a manual lift table caddy (commercial service tool) or an equivalently rigid tool such as a transmission jack. Securely support bottom of suspension member and the transmission assembly. CAUTION: Use a piece of wood or a similar item as the supporting surface to secure a completely stable condition.
2. Loosen rear engine mounting member mounting bolts.
3. Loosen front suspension member mounting bolts. Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368862-S33430592212010081300000) .
4. Carefully lower jack, or raise lift, to remove the engine, the transmission assembly and front suspension member. When performing work, observe the following caution items

Separation Work

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1. Install engine slingers into front of cylinder head (bank 1) and rear of cylinder head (bank 2). Slinger bolts: Torque Specifications: 45.0 N.m (4.6 kg-m, 33 ft-lb)
2. Hang the lifting hook of a two-point engine lifter (commercial service tool) (A) from the front and rear engine slingers to hoist engine and flywheel housing assembly. For the flywheel housing side, use a webbing slinger (B) or an equivalent to hoist the assembly horizontally. CAUTION: Always hoist the engine by using a two-point engine lifter (i.e. hoisting the front and rear slingers from one point in the air), or the rocker cover and parts around the engine may be damaged due to the fall of the engine slinger.
3. Remove power steering oil pump from engine side. Refer to «VK50VE: EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368859-S20421177802010081300000) .
4. Remove engine mounting insulators (RH and LH) under side nuts with power tool.
5. Lift with hoist and separate the engine, transmission, transfer and front final drive assembly from front suspension member. CAUTION: Before and during this lifting, always check that any harnesses are left connected. Never damage engine mounting insulator and avoid oil/grease smearing or spills onto engine mounting insulator.
6. Remove alternator. Refer to «VK50VE: EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368860-S05018725192010081300000) .
7. Separate the engine from the transmission assembly. Refer to «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368886-S31409400222010081300000) .
8. Remove front propeller shaft. Refer to «VK50VE: EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368871-S31910903842010081300000) .
9. Remove the front final drive assembly from oil pan (upper). Refer to «VK50VE: EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368872-S26907528542010081300000) .
10. Remove each engine mounting insulator and each engine mounting bracket from the engine with power tool.

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

Scheme 194

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Scheme 196

1. Do not allow engine mounting insulator to be damage and careful no engine oil gets on it.
2. For a location with a positioning pin, insert it securely into hole of matching part.
3. For a part with a specified installation orientation, refer to component graphic in «EXPLODED VIEW»(ref-368868-S16476445532010081300000) .
4. When installing engine mounting bracket (RH and LH) on cylinder block, tighten two upper bolts (A) first. Then tighten two lower bolts (B). NOTE: This graphic shows an example of bank 2.
5. When installing engine mounting bracket (rear) on transfer, tighten two upper bolts (B) first. Then tighten two lower bolts (C).
6. When installing engine mounting insulator (rear) on engine mounting bracket (rear), tighten upper bolts (D) first. Then tighten lower bolts (E).
7. Tighten rear engine mounting member bolts in numerical order as shown below.
8. Check that all engine mounting insulators are seated properly, then tighten mounting nuts and bolts.