Merkur Xr4ti L4-140 2.3L SOHC Turbo (1985)
Figure 20
45.
Tighten the lock plate attaching bolts to 16-19 ft.lbs. (21 -26 Nm). Coat the detent lock plate attaching bolts with Sealant (EOAZ-19954-A), or
equivalent, and install the bolts, Figure 20.
46.
Align the transmission input shaft with the clutch pressure plate and push the transmission forward until the flywheel housing contacts the body.
Raise the rear of transmission, as necessary, to clear the body. Lower the rear of the transmission and push forward into position. Rock the
transmission slightly to align the input shaft and clutch disc splines. Use care to prevent damage to the transmission pilot bearing in the end of the
crankshaft.
47.
Install the flywheel housing attaching bolts. Tighten the bolts to 28-38 ft.lbs. (38-51 N-m).
48.
Install the engine rear cover attaching bolts. Tighten the bolt 28-38 ft.lbs. (38-51 N-m).
49.
Remove the stand and block of wood supporting the engine.
50.
Raise the transmission jack until the transmission is in its normal position.
51.
Tighten the engine mount stud nuts to 50-70 ft.lbs. (68-95 N-m).
52.
Lower the transmission.
53.
Position the shift lever and install the attaching bolts.
54.
Connect the back-up lamp switch wire.
55.
Connect the wire to the neutral safety switch.
56.
Position the speedometer cable in the extension housing and install the snap ring.
57.
Install the attaching screws in the speedometer cable routing clips.
58.
Raise the transmission.
59.
Position the rear mount and install the body attaching bolts. Tighten the bolts to 25-35 ft. lbs. (34-48 N-m).
60.
Install the rear mount to transmission attaching bolt. Tighten the bolt to 50-70 ft.lbs. (68-95 N-m).
61.
If equipped, install the transmission air baffle.
62.
After removing the block of wood, install the stabilizer bar U-brackets and the body stiffener rod. Tighten the attaching bolts to 33-41 ft.lbs.
(45-56 N-m).
63.
Connect the clutch cable to the release lever and install the cover.
64.
Install the starter.
