Engine Removal
Special Tools Required

Engine tilt hanger set
 07KAK-SJ40101

Engine hanger stay
 07KAK-SJ40200

Sub hanger stay
 07MAK-PY30100
These tools use only for except EU models.
NOTE:
  • Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.
  • To avoid damaging the wiring and terminals, unplug the wiring connectors carefully while holding the connector portion.
  • Mark all wiring and hoses to avoid misconnection. Also, be sure that they do not contact other wiring or hoses, or interfere with other parts.
  1. Secure the hood in the wide open position (support rod in the lower hole).
  1. Remove the harness clamp (A).
  1. Disconnect the engine control module (ECM)/powertrain control module (PCM) connectors (B).
  1. Remove the ECM/PCM bracket assembly (C).
  1. Remove the battery cables (A) from the under-hood fuse/relay box.
  1. Remove the harness clamps (B).
  1. Disconnect the starter subharness connector (C), then remove the connector from the bracket.
  1. Disconnect the engine wire harness connector (D).
  1. Remove the harness clamps (A) and intake air duct mounting bolt (B). Remove the two bolts (C) and loosen the two bolts (D), then remove the battery base (E).
  1. Remove the intake air duct.
  1. Disconnect the evaporative emission (EVAP) canister hose (A) and the brake booster vacuum hose (B).
  1. Remove the radiator cap.
  1. Raise the vehicle on the lift to full height.
  1. Remove the front wheels.
  1. Remove the splash shield.
  1. Drain the transmission fluid:
  1. Remove exhaust pipe A.
  1. Remove the driveshafts. Coat all precision-finished surfaces with new engine oil. Tie a plastic bags over the driveshaft ends.
  1. With A/C: Disconnect the A/C compressor clutch connector (A), then remove the A/C compressor (B) without disconnecting the A/C hoses.
  1. Remove the transmission lower mount.
  1. Lower the vehicle on the lift.
M/T model
A/T model
  1. A/T model: Disconnect the automatic transmission fluid (ATF) cooler hose, then plug the line and hose.
  1. Disconnect the upper radiator hose (A) and heater hoses (B).
  1. Clean any dirt off the quick connector, the thermostat cover, and the lower radiator hose. Pull out the lock by hand, then wiggle the quick connector loose, and remove it from the thermostat cover. Do not use any tools to remove the quick connector.
  1. Support the engine with a jack and wood block under the oil pan.
  1. Remove the ground cable (A), then remove the side engine mount bracket (B).
  1. Install the 15 mm spacer (A) and sub hanger stay (B) (Commercially available tool for EU models).
  1. Attach the special tools (Commercially available tool for EU models) to the engine as shown.
  1. Remove the ground cables (A), then remove the transmission mount (B).
    NOTE: Do not remove the TORX bolt (C) from the upper transmission mount. If the TORX bolt is removed, the upper transmission mount must be replaced as an assembly.
M/T model
A/T model
  1. Remove the rear engine mount.
M/T model
A/T model
  1. Remove the vacuum hose (A), front engine mount stop (B), and vacuum hose bracket (C), then remove the front engine mount bolt (D).
  1. Check that the engine/transmission is completely free of vacuum hoses, fuel and coolant hoses, and electrical wiring.
  1. Slowly raise the engine/transmission assembly about 150 mm (6 in.). Check once again that all hoses and electrical wiring are disconnected and free from the engine/transmission.
  1. Raise the engine all the way, and remove it from the vehicle.