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Engine Support Fixture




Engine Support Fixture

Special Tools
* J 28467-34 Lift Hook Wing Nut and Washer (2)
* J 28467-6A Bracket Assembly (2)
* J 28467-7A Bolt Hook (2)
* J 28467-500 Engine Support Fixture
* J 28467-B Universal Engine Support Fixture
* J-41803-9 Engine Lift Hook
* J 42451-1 Engine Support Adapter
* J 43405 Engine Support Adapter Leg

Installation Procedure

1. Remove the right engine mount strut. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Replacement - Right Side Engine Mount Strut Replacement - Right Side.
2. Install the J-41803-9 to the right engine mount strut bracket (1).




3. Install the J 42451-1 to the left side engine lift bracket.




4. Install the J 42451-1 to the right rear engine lift bracket.
5. Open and secure the hood in a 90 degree position.




6. Install a J 28467-B and retention pin to each end of the J 43405 (2).




7. Position the J 28467-B to the left and right side inner fender rails in order to install the J 43405 .




8. Assemble the following to create 2 lift hook assemblies as shown:

* J 28467-34
* J 28467-6A
* J 28467-7A




9. Install the 2 lift hook assemblies (1) to the J 45057-2 (2).




10. Install the right side lift hook assembly to the right side hole in the J-41803-9 (2).




11. Install the left side lift hook assembly to the left side hole in the J-41803-9 (2).
12. Gently tighten the J 28467-34 lift hook wing nuts.
13. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle Service and Repair.
14. Remove the lower air baffle. Refer to Radiator Air Baffle Assemblies and Deflectors Radiator Air Baffle Assemblies and Deflectors.
15. Install one end of a suitable utility strap to the transaxle.

* If the vehicle is equipped with all wheel drive (AWD), carefully wrap the utility strap around the transfer case.
* If the vehicle is equipped with front wheel drive (FWD), carefully wrap the utility strap around the transaxle case extension housing.

16. Install the opposite end of the utility strap to a suitable underbody structure.
17. Tighten the utility strap in order to prevent movement of the powertrain.