Malibu L4-2.4L (2010)
6. Install the side cover assembly onto the transmission case.
7. Install the 11 side cover bolts (3) or studs (4) (model dependent).
8. Refer to the graphic in order to find the correct installation points of the bolts and the stud.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (See: Service Precautions/Vehicle Damage Warnings/Fastener Caution).
9. Hand start the bolts. Tighten the side cover bolts and stud to 28 Nm (22 lb ft).
10. Lower the vehicle.
11. Raise the engine with the engine support fixture.
12. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (See: Maintenance/Vehicle Lifting/Service and Repair).
13. On vehicles equipped with the L61 engine, install the transmission mount. Refer to Transmission Mount Replacement - Left Side (See:
Transmission Mount/Service and Repair/6T70/6T75 - Automatic Transmission/Transmission Mount Replacement - Left Side).
14. Install the frame. Refer to Frame Replacement (See: Body and Frame/Frame/Service and Repair).
15. Install the power steering intermediate shaft and tie-rod ends. Refer to Steering Gear Replacement (See: Steering and
Suspension/Steering/Steering Gear/Service and Repair/Steering Gear Replacement).
16. Install the wheel drive shaft to the transmission. Refer to Wheel Drive Shaft Replacement (See: Drive Axles, Bearings and Joints/Axle Shaft
