Coupe L4-1.9L DOHC VIN 7 (1994)
24. Connect the battery cables. Torque: 17 Nm (151 in-lbs).
25. Check oil pan drain plug and fill new engine with new oil. Torque: 35 Nm (26 ft-lbs).
26. Install cylinder block coolant drain plugs and close radiator drain. Torque: 35 Nm (26 ft-lbs).
27. Fill with coolant. Use only a non-phosphate ethylene glycol-based antifreeze.
IMPORTANT: Vehicle must be level when filling with coolant.
28. Prime fuel system.
a. Cycle ignition on for 5 seconds and then off for 10 seconds.
b. Repeat step 26a twice.
c. Crank engine until it starts (maximum starter motor cranking time is 20 seconds).
29. Start engine and check for leaks.
IMPORTANT: Allow the engine to idle for three to five minutes. If lifters are noisy or cylinders are misfiring, warm the engine up at a low rpm (less
than 2,000). After the coolant temperature has reached approximately 85°C (185°F), cycle the engine rpm from idle to 3,000 for approximately 10
minutes or drive the vehicle five miles to purge the air. If the air cannot be purged, the faulty lifter(s) will have to be replaced.
30. Perform a 3 mile road test.
31. Fill the cooling system surge tank to the FULL COLD line and check for leaks after the engine has been tested.
