Engine Support Fixture

Engine Support Fixture

Tools Required
* 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 45057 Engine Support Bar Assembly

Installation Procedure

1. Remove the right engine mount strut. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Replacement - Right Side (Service and Repair).




2. Install the J 45057 to the right engine mount strut bracket (1).




3. Install the J 45057 to the left side engine lift bracket.




4. Install the J 45057 to the right rear engine lift bracket.
5. Open and secure the hood in a 90 degree position.




6. Install aJ 28467-B and retention pin to each end of the J 28467-500 beam (2).




7. Position the J 28467-B to the left and right side inner fender rails in order to install the J 28467-500.




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 45057 (2).




11. Install the left side lift hook assembly to the left side hole in the J 45057 (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 (Service and Repair).
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.