Engine - 3.5L: Overhaul Lincoln MKZ I

DISASSEMBLY

All cylinder heads

Note. If the components are to be reinstalled, they must be installed in the same positions. Mark the components for installation into their original locations.

1. Using the special tools, remove the keys, retainer and spring.
2. Remove the valve from the cylinder head.
3. Remove and discard the valve stem seal.
4. Repeat the above steps for each valve.
5. Remove and discard the cylinder head temperature (CHT) sensor.

ASSEMBLY

All cylinder heads

1. Using the special tool, install a new valve stem seal.
2. Install the valve.
3. Using the special tools, install the valve spring, retainer and key.
4. Repeat the above steps for each valve.
5. Install a new CHT sensor. Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).

Special Tools Illustration Tool Name Tool Number Alignment Pins 307-399 Camshaft Alignment Tool 303-1248 Engine Lifting Bracket 303-1245 Handle 205-153 (T80T-4000-W) Heavy Duty Floor Crane 014-00071 or equivalent Installer, Crankshaft Front Seal 303-1251 Installer, Crankshaft Rear Seal 303-1250 Installer, Crankshaft Vibration Damper 303-102 (T74P-6316-B) Installer, Front Cover Oil Seal 303-335 Installer, Seal 303-1247/2 Spreader Bar 303-D089 (D93P-6001-A3) or equivalent 303-D055 (D85L-6000-A) Strap Wrench

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Material

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All vehicles

1. Apply a 3 mm (0.11 in) bead of Motorcraft High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to the sealing surface of the crankshaft rear seal retainer.
2. Install the rear seal retainer and the 8 bolts. Tighten in the sequence shown to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
3. Install the oil pump and the 3 bolts. Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
4. Using a new O-ring seal, install the oil pump screen and pickup tube and the 3 bolts. Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
5. Install the A/C compressor and the 2 bolts. Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
6. Apply a 3 mm (0.11 in) bead of Motorcraft High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to the sealing surface of the oil pan. Apply a 5.5 mm (0.21 in) bead of Motorcraft High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to the 2 crankshaft seal retainer plate-to-cylinder block joint areas on the sealing surface of the oil pan.
7. Install the oil pan and bolts 10, 11, 13 and 14. Tighten the bolts in the sequence shown to 3 Nm (27 lb-in). Loosen the bolts 180 degrees.
8. Align the oil pan to the cylinder block and A/C compressor. Position the oil pan so the mounting boss is against the A/C compressor and using a straightedge, align the oil pan flush with the rear of the cylinder block at the 2 areas shown.
9. Tighten bolts 10, 11, 13 and 14 in the sequence shown, to 3 Nm (27 lb-in).
10. Install the remaining oil pan bolts. Tighten all the oil pan bolts in the sequence shown. Tighten the large bolts (1-14) to 24 Nm (18 lb-ft). Tighten the small bolts (15 and 16) to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
11. Install the A/C compressor mounting stud and nut. Tighten the stud to 9 Nm (80 lb-in) and the nut to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
12. Install the coolant pump and the 8 bolts. Tighten in the sequence shown to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
13. Install the knock sensor (KS) and the 2 bolts. Tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
14. Using new O-ring seals, install the coolant tube.
15. Install a new gasket, the RH cylinder head and 8 new bolts. Tighten in the sequence shown in 5 stages: Stage 1: Tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft). Stage 2: Tighten to 35 Nm (26 lb-ft). Stage 3: Tighten 90 degrees. Stage 4: Tighten 90 degrees. Stage 5: Tighten 90 degrees.
16. Install the bolt. Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
17. Install a new gasket, the LH cylinder head and 8 new bolts. Tighten in the sequence shown in 5 stages: Stage 1: Tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft). Stage 2: Tighten to 35 Nm (26 lb-ft). Stage 3: Tighten 90 degrees. Stage 4: Tighten 90 degrees. Stage 5: Tighten 90 degrees.
18. Install the bolt. Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
19. Position the crankshaft dowel pin in the 9 o'clock position.
20. Install the valve tappets.
21. Position the camshafts onto the RH cylinder head in the neutral position as shown.
22. Install the 8 camshaft caps and the 16 bolts. Tighten in the sequence shown to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
23. Position the camshafts onto the LH cylinder head in the neutral position as shown.
24. Install the 8 camshaft caps and the 16 bolts. Tighten in the sequence shown to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
25. Using a feeler gauge, confirm that the valve tappet clearances are within specification. If valve tappet clearances are not within specification, the clearance must be adjusted by installing new valve tappet(s) of the correct size. For additional information, refer to «Valve Clearance Check»(ref-271130-S09960145402007110800000) .
26. Install the RH primary timing chain guide and the 2 bolts. Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
27. Install the RH secondary timing chain tensioner and the 2 bolts. Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
28. Rotate the RH camshafts to the top dead center position and install the special tool on the flats of the camshafts.
29. Assemble the RH variable camshaft timing (VCT) assembly, the RH exhaust camshaft sprocket and the RH secondary timing chain. Align the colored links with the timing marks.
30. Position the RH secondary timing assembly onto the camshafts.
31. Install 2 new bolts and the original washer. Tighten in 4 stages. Stage 1: Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft). Stage 2: Loosen one full turn. Stage 3: Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in). Stage 4: Tighten 90 degrees.
32. Remove the lock pin from the RH secondary timing chain tensioner.
33. Install the LH secondary timing chain tensioner and the 2 bolts. Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
34. Rotate the LH camshafts to the top dead center position and install the special tool on the flats of the camshafts.
35. Assemble the LH VCT assembly, the LH exhaust camshaft sprocket and the LH secondary timing chain. Align the colored links with the timing marks.
36. Position the LH secondary timing assembly onto the camshafts.
37. Install 2 new bolts and the original washer. Tighten in 4 stages. Stage 1: Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft). Stage 2: Loosen one full turn. Stage 3: Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in). Stage 4: Tighten 90 degrees.
38. Remove the lock pin from the LH secondary timing chain tensioner.
39. Rotate the crankshaft clockwise 60 degrees to the top dead center position (crankshaft dowel pin at 11 o'clock).
40. Install the crankshaft timing chain sprocket.
41. Install the primary timing chain with the colored links aligned with the timing marks on the VCT assemblies and the crankshaft sprocket.
42. Install the upper LH primary timing chain guide and the 2 bolts. Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
43. Install the lower LH primary timing chain guide and the 2 bolts. Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
44. Install the primary timing chain tensioner arm.
45. Reset the primary timing chain tensioner. Rotate the lever counterclockwise. Using a soft-jawed vise, compress the plunger. Align the hole in the lever with the hole in the tensioner housing. Install a suitable lock pin.
46. Install the primary tensioner and the 2 bolts. Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in). Remove the lock pin.
47. As a post-check, verify correct alignment of all timing marks.
48. Install new VCT housing seals.
49. Install the LH VCT housing and the 3 bolts. Tighten in the sequence shown to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
50. Install the RH VCT housing and the 3 bolts. Tighten in the sequence shown to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
51. Install the special tools.
52. Apply a 3.0 mm (0.11 in) bead of Motorcraft High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to the engine front cover sealing surfaces including the 3 engine mount bracket bosses. Apply a 5.5 mm (0.21 in) bead of Motorcraft High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to the oil pan-to-cylinder block joint and the cylinder head-to-cylinder block joint areas of the engine front cover in 5 places as indicated.
53. Install the engine front cover and bolts 17, 18, 19 and 20. Tighten in sequence to 3 Nm (27 lb-in).
54. Remove the special tools (alignment pins).
55. Install the engine mount bracket and the 3 bolts.
56. Install the remaining engine front cover bolts. Tighten all of the engine front cover bolts and engine mount bracket bolts in the sequence shown in 2 stages: Stage 1: Tighten bolts 1 thru 22 to 10 Nm (89 lb-in) and bolts 23, 24 and 25 to 15 Nm (11 lb-ft). Stage 2: Tighten bolts 1 thru 22 to 24 Nm (18 lb-ft) and bolts 23, 24 and 25 to 75 Nm (55 lb-ft).
57. Install the 2 engine mount studs. Tighten to 18 Nm (13 lb-ft).
58. Install the engine mount bracket and the 2 bolts. Tighten to 24 Nm (18 lb-ft).
59. Using the special tools, install a new crankshaft front seal.
60. Using the special tools, install the crankshaft pulley.
61. Using the special tool, install the crankshaft pulley washer and new bolt and tighten in 4 stages. Stage 1: Tighten to 120 Nm (89 (lb-ft). Stage 2: Loosen one full turn. Stage 3: Tighten to 50 Nm (37 lb-ft). Stage 4: Tighten an additional 90 degrees.
62. Using the special tools, install new VCT solenoid and/or spark plug tube seals.
63. Apply an 8 mm (0.31 in) bead of Motorcraft High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to the engine front cover-to-RH cylinder head joints.
64. Using a new gasket, install the RH valve cover, bolt and the 10 stud bolts. Tighten in the sequence shown to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
65. Apply an 8 mm (0.31 in) bead of Motorcraft High Performance Engine RTV Silicone to the engine front cover-to-LH cylinder head joints.
66. Using a new gasket, install the LH valve cover and 11 stud bolts. Tighten in the sequence shown to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
67. Install the wiring harness retaining bracket and the 2 nuts. Tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
68. Install the 6 coil-on-plug assemblies and the 6 bolts. Tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).
69. Using a new gasket and O-ring seal, install the oil filter adapter and the 2 bolts. Tighten the large bolt to 57 Nm (42 lb-ft). Tighten the small bolt to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
70. Install the engine oil pressure (EOP) switch. Tighten to 18 Nm (13 lb-ft).
71. Install the crankshaft position (CKP) sensor and install the bolt. Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
72. Install LH camshaft position (CMP) sensor and the bolt. Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
73. Install and connect the cylinder head temperature (CHT) sensor jumper harness.
74. Using new gaskets, install the lower intake manifold and the 10 bolts. Tighten in the sequence shown to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
75. Using a new gasket, install the thermostat housing and the 2 bolts. Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
76. Install new fuel injector O-ring seals. Remove the retaining clips and separate the fuel injectors from the fuel rail. Remove and discard the O-ring seals. Install new O-ring seals and lubricate with clean engine oil. Install the fuel injectors and the retaining clips onto the fuel rail.
77. Install the fuel rail and injectors as an assembly and install the 4 bolts. Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
78. Install the catalytic converter bracket and the 2 bolts. Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
79. Install the RH CMP sensor and the bolt. Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
80. Install the engine lifting eye and the 2 bolts. Tighten to 24 Nm (18 lb-ft).
81. Install the cover and the pin-type retainer.
82. Install the LH cylinder block drain plug. Tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft) plus and additional 180 degrees.
83. Install the RH cylinder block drain plug or, if equipped, the block heater. Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
84. Install 6 new RH exhaust manifold studs. Tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
85. Using a new gasket, install the RH exhaust manifold and 6 new nuts. Tighten in the sequence shown to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
86. Using a new gasket, install the RH catalytic converter and the 4 new nuts. Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
87. Install 6 new LH exhaust manifold studs. Tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
88. Using a new gasket, install the LH exhaust manifold and 6 new nuts. Tighten in the sequence shown to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
89. Install the LH exhaust manifold heat shield and the 3 bolts. Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
90. Using a new gasket, install the LH catalytic converter and the 4 new nuts (3 shown). Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
91. Install the accessory drive belt tensioner and the 3 bolts. Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
92. Install the power steering pump and the 3 bolts. Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
93. Install the power steering pressure (PSP) tube bracket and bolt to the RH cylinder head. Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
94. Install the PSP hose bracket nut. Tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
95. Attach the PSP hose retainer to the engine lifting eye.
96. Install the generator, the nut and the bolt. Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
97. Using new O-ring seals, install the A/C manifold and the bolt. Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
98. Position the wiring harness onto the engine.
99. Connect the EOP switch electrical connector and the wiring harness pin-type retainer.
100. Attach the wiring harness retainer to the generator.
101. Connect the generator electrical connector.
102. Connect the generator B+ cable and install the nut. Tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).
103. Connect the A/C compressor electrical connector.
104. Connect the CKP sensor electrical connector.
105. Install the wiring harness grommet.
106. Install the wiring harness retainer stud bolt. Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
107. Install the heat shield, the nut and the bolt. Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
108. Install the wiring harness retainer bolt on the rear of the LH cylinder head. Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
109. Attach all of the wiring harness retainers to the LH valve cover and stud bolts.
110. Connect the LH camshaft VCT solenoid electrical connector.
111. Connect the 3 LH coil-on-plug electrical connectors.
112. Connect the LH HO2S electrical connector.
113. Connect the LH catalyst monitor sensor electrical connector.
114. Connect the LH CMP sensor electrical connector.
115. Install the LH radio interference capacitor and the bolt. Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
116. Connect the CHT sensor electrical connector.
117. Connect the 6 fuel injector electrical connectors (3 shown).
118. Connect the KS electrical connector.
119. Connect the RH CMP sensor electrical connector.
120. Install the RH radio interference capacitor and the bolt. Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
121. Attach all of the wiring harness retainers to the RH valve cover and stud bolts.
122. Connect the heated positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve electrical connector.
123. Connect the 3 RH coil-on-plug electrical connectors.
124. Connect the RH VCT solenoid electrical connector.
125. Connect the RH catalyst monitor sensor electrical connector.
126. Connect the power steering pressure (PSP) switch electrical connector.
127. Using new gaskets, install the upper intake manifold and the 6 bolts. Tighten in the sequence shown to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
128. Install the upper intake manifold support bracket and the 2 bolts (one shown). Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
129. Install the upper intake manifold support bracket and the 2 bolts (one shown). Tighten the upper bolt 10 Nm (89 lb-in). Tighten the lower bolt 24 Nm (18 lb-ft).
130. Install the RH exhaust manifold heat shield and the 3 bolts. Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
131. Connect the RH HO2S electrical connector.
132. Attach the wiring harness retainers to the upper intake manifold.
133. Connect the throttle body electrical connector.
134. Connect the PCV hose to the PCV valve.
135. Connect the PCV fitting electrical connector.
136. If equipped, position the block heater wiring harness onto the engine. Attach the block heater wiring harness retainer to the power steering reservoir hose and the PSP hose.
137. If equipped, connect the block heater electrical connector and install the heat shield.
138. If equipped, attach the block heater wiring harness retainer to the upper intake manifold.
139. Install the special tool on the LH cylinder head.
140. Using the special tools, remove the engine from the stand.
141. Position the special tool onto the end of the crankshaft and slide a new crankshaft rear seal onto the tool.
142. Using the special tools, install the new crankshaft rear seal.
143. Install the crankshaft sensor ring.
144. Install the flexplate and the 8 bolts. Tighten to 80 Nm (59 lb-ft).

Special Tools Illustration Tool Name Tool Number Heavy Duty Floor Crane 014-00071 or equivalent Powertrain Lift 014-00765 Spreader Bar 303-D089 (D93P-6001-A3) or equivalent Universal Adapter Brackets 014-0001 Lifting Bracket Set, Engine 303-D095 (D94L-6001-A) or equivalent

Material

All vehicles

1. Align the transaxle to the engine.
2. Install the 4 transaxle-to-engine bolts and the transaxle-to-engine stud bolt. Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
3. Install the 2 engine-to-transaxle bolts. Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
4. Using the special tools, position the engine and transaxle onto the lift table.
5. Install the special tools.
6. Install the starter and the 2 bolts. Tighten to 26 Nm (19 lb-ft).
7. Attach the starter wire terminals and install the 2 nuts. Tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft). Tighten to 5 Nm (44 lb-in). Position the starter terminal boot over the starter terminal.
8. Connect the transmission control module (TCM) electrical connector.
9. Install the ground wire and bolt. Tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
10. Connect the wiring harness fasteners to the transaxle-to-engine stud bolt and the starter.
11. Raise the engine and transaxle assembly into the vehicle.
12. Install the engine mount, the nut and the 2 bolts. Tighten the bolts to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft). Tighten the nut to 63 Nm (46 lb-ft).
13. Install the 4 engine mount nuts. Tighten to 63 Nm (46 lb-ft).
14. Install the 2 transaxle mount bracket nuts and the bolt. Tighten to 80 Nm (59 lb-ft).
15. Install the transaxle mount through bolt and nut. Tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
16. Position the power transfer unit (PTU) in place and install the 5 bolts. Tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
17. Position the PTU support bracket in place and install the 5 bolts. Tighten to 70 Nm (52 lb-ft).
18. Install the 4 new RH catalytic converter-to-exhaust manifold studs. Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
19. Using a new gasket, install the RH catalytic converter and 4 new nuts.
20. Install the 2 catalytic converter-to-bracket bolts. Tighten the 4 catalytic converter nuts to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft). Tighten the 2 catalytic converter-to-bracket bolts to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
21. Connect the RH catalyst monitor electrical connector.
22. Install a new PTU seal. For additional information, refer to «TRANSFER CASE - POWER TRANSFER UNIT (PTU)»(ref-271092) .
23. Position the RH halfshaft in the transaxle and install the 2 bolts. Tighten to 23 Nm (17 lb-ft).
24. Position the RH halfshaft in the transaxle and install the bolt and the 2 stud bolts. Tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
25. Install the RH catalytic converter support bracket and the 2 bolts.
26. Install the 2 catalytic converter support bracket nuts. Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft). Tighten the 2 catalytic converter support bracket bolts to 20 Nm (15 lb-ft).
27. Install the LH halfshaft into the transaxle.
28. Using the special tool, raise the subframe into the installed position.
29. Install the 2 front subframe nuts. Tighten to 150 Nm (111 lb-ft).
30. Position the subframe brackets and install the 4 bolts finger-tight.
31. Install the 2 rear subframe nuts. Tighten to 150 Nm (111 lb-ft).
32. Tighten the 4 subframe bracket-to-body bolts to 103 Nm (76 lb-ft).
33. Install the through bolts into the lower control arms. Tighten to 103 Nm (76 lb-ft).
34. Install the 4 lower ball joint nuts. Tighten to 200 Nm (148 lb-ft).
35. Install the stabilizer bar links and nuts to the struts. Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
36. Install the tie-rod ends and nuts. Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft). Install new cotter pins.
37. Install the engine roll restrictor-to-subframe through bolt. Tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
38. Line up the index marks on the rear driveshaft to the index marks on the PTU flange made during removal and install the 4 bolts. Tighten to 70 Nm (52 lb-ft).
39. Install 4 new torque converter nuts. Tighten to 36 Nm (27 lb-ft).
40. Install the inspection cover and the 2 fasteners.
41. Install the 4 oil pan-to-transaxle bolts. Tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
42. Using new gaskets, install the Y-pipe assembly and 6 new nuts. Tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
43. Install a new engine oil filter. Tighten to 5 Nm (44 lb-in) and then rotate an additional 180 degrees.
44. Connect the 2 transmission fluid cooler hoses.
45. Connect the power steering cooler tube.
46. Slide the steering gear-to-dash seal onto the steering gear and engage the 4 retaining clips into the body. From under the vehicle, verify that the seal is properly installed on the steering gear and the retaining clips are fully engaged into the body.
47. If equipped, install the underbody shield and the 6 screws.
48. Install the LH splash shield and the 6 pin-type retainers (4 shown).
49. Position the LH fender splash shield and install the 4 screws.
50. Install the steering intermediate shaft onto the steering gear and install a new bolt. Tighten to 23 Nm (17 lb-ft).
51. Install the steering joint cover and the 2 nuts.
52. Using a new banjo bolt and 2 new seals, install the power steering pressure (PSP) tube onto the steering gear. Tighten to 37 Nm (27 lb-ft).
53. Install the PSP tube bracket and bolt. Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
54. Connect the PCM electrical connectors and pin-type retainers.
55. Install the engine mount brace and the 3 bolts. Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
56. Install the ground wire and the bolt. Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
57. Connect the fuel supply tube from the fuel rail. For additional information, refer to «FUEL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION»(ref-271127) .
58. Attach the power steering reservoir onto the cowl.
59. Connect the hose to the power steering reservoir. Attach the pin-type retainer to the engine mount brace.
60. Install the oil level indicator.
61. Attach the 2 wiring harness retainers to the LH valve cover stud bolts.
62. Connect the 2 engine wiring harness electrical connectors.
63. Attach the 2 wiring harness retainers.
64. Using new O-ring seals, connect the A/C tubes and install the 2 nuts. Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
65. Install the A/C tube bracket bolt. Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
66. Install the 2 A/C tube bracket bolts. Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
67. Using a new O-ring seal, connect the A/C tube to the condenser and install the nut. Tighten to 8 Nm (71 lb-in).
68. Attach the coolant tube retainer clips to the A/C tube.
69. If equipped, attach the engine block heater harness to the radiator support, power steering hose, A/C tube and the engine wiring harness.
70. Install the ground wire and bolt. Tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
71. Position the transaxle control cable bracket in place and install the 3 nuts. Tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).
72. Connect the transaxle control cable to the control lever.
73. Connect the upper radiator hose, lower radiator hose and 2 heater hoses to the thermostat housing.
74. Connect the vacuum hose and the evaporative emissions (EVAP) tube to the upper intake manifold.
75. Install the ground wire and the bolt. Tighten to 10 Nm (89 lb-in).
76. Connect the power feed to the battery terminal and install the nut. Tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).
77. Attach the 2 wiring harness retainers to the transmission mount and the battery tray bracket.
78. Connect the 2 engine wiring harness electrical connectors.
79. Install the battery tray. For additional information, refer to «BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES»(ref-271102) .
80. Install the engine air cleaner and the air cleaner outlet pipe. For additional information, refer to «INTAKE AIR DISTRIBUTION AND FILTERING - 3.5L»(ref-271131) .
81. Install the degas bottle. For additional information, refer to «ENGINE COOLING»(ref-271067) .
82. Install the accessory drive belt and the power steering belt. For additional information, refer to «ACCESSORY DRIVE - 3.5L»(ref-271134) .
83. Fill the engine with clean engine oil.
84. Fill and bleed the cooling system. For additional information, refer to «ENGINE COOLING»(ref-271067) .
85. Fill the power steering system. For additional information, refer to «STEERING SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION»(ref-271082) .
86. Check the transaxle fluid and add fluid if necessary. For additional information, refer to the Transmission Fluid Drain and Refill procedure in «AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION - 6 SPEED»(ref-271076) .
87. Recharge the air conditioning system. For additional information, refer to «CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION AND DIAGNOSTICS»(ref-271114) .