Chrysler neon 1997 Service Manual page 1191

PORT ENGINE PLACE FRONT SUP- FLANGE UNDER BLOCK
9 - 20 2.0L SOHC ENGINE
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)
Fig. 18 Positioning Engine Cradle Support Post
engine and left transmission mounts. Refer to proce-
dures outlined in this section.
(3) Remove safety straps from engine and trans-
mission assembly. Slowly raise vehicle enough to
remove the engine dolly and cradle.
(4) Install axle shafts. Refer to Group 2, Suspen-
sion and Driveshafts for procedure.
(5) Install transmission and engine braces and
splash shields.
(6) Connect exhaust system to manifold. Refer to
Group 11, Exhaust System and Intake Manifold for
procedure and torque specifications.
(7) Install power steering pump and reservoir.
Refer to Group 7, Cooling System Accessory Drive
Section for belt tension adjustment.
(8) Install A/C compressor and hoses. Refer to
Group 24, Heater and Air Conditioning for procedure.
(9) Install accessory drive belts. Refer to Group 7,
Cooling System Accessory Drive Section for belt ten-
sion adjustment.
(10) Install front engine mount. Refer to this sec-
tion for procedure.
(11) Manual transmission:
damper.
(12) Install inner splash shield. Install wheels and
tires.
(13) Manual Transmission: Connect clutch cable
and linkages. Refer to Group 6, Manual Transaxle
Clutch.
(14) Automatic Transmission: Connect shifter
and kickdown linkage. Refer to Group 21, Transaxle
for procedures.
LOCATING HOLE IN PORT PLACE REAR SUP- SPECIAL 6135 AND 6710 POST
Mounts
Install power
BEDPLATE TOOLS INTO
(15) Connect fuel line and heater hoses.
(16) Install ground straps. Connect engine and
throttle body connections and harnesses. Refer to
Group 8, Electrical for procedure.
(17) Connect throttle body linkage. Refer to Group
14, Fuel System for procedure.
(18) Install radiator and shroud assembly. Install
radiator hoses. Fill cooling system. Refer to Group 7,
Cooling System for filling procedure.
(19) Install battery tray and battery. Set Power-
train Control Module (PCM) into place.
(20) Install air cleaner and hoses.
(21) Install oil filter. Fill engine crankcase with
proper oil to correct level.
(22) Start engine and run until operating temper-
ature is reached.
(23) Adjust transmission linkage, if necessary.
CYLINDER HEAD COVER
REMOVAL
(1) Remove air cleaner inlet duct (Fig. 19)
(2) Remove ignition coil pack (Fig. 20).
(3) Remove the cylinder head cover bolts.
(4) Remove cylinder head cover from cylinder
head.
INSTALLATION
Before installation, clean cylinder head and cover
mating surfaces. Make certain the cylinder head
hop cover mating surface is flat.
(1) Install new valve cover gasket.
CAUTION: Do not allow oil or solvents to contact
the timing belt as they can deteriorate the rubber
and cause tooth skipping.
(2) Install cover assembly to head and tighten fas-
teners to 12 N·m (105 in. lbs.).
AIR INLET DUCT
Fig. 19 Inlet Duct Removal
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