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Removing Engine/
Transmission
Many service procedures can be performed without
removing the engine/transmission from the frame.
Closely observe the note introducing each sub-section for
this important information.
Support the vehicle on a suitable lift or jack stands allow-
ing room to perform work from the underside.
NOTE: Locate the jack stands to allow removing
of the center belly panel.
1. Remove the seat, seat back, and seat base; then
remove the battery cover and disconnect the nega-
tive battery cable.
2. Remove the center skid plate; then drain the oil
and coolant.
3. Remove the center floorboard.
4. Marking all nylon tie locations for installing pur-
poses, from the right side disconnect the MAP
sensor connector (A), fuel injector connector (B),
ISC connector (C), and TPS connector (D).
HDX136A
5. Wrap the gasline hose connector with a shop cloth;
then remove the gasline hose connector from the
fuel rail.
HDX138A
6. Loosen the clamp securing the air filter intake tube to
the air filter; then remove the mounting screw and
remove the intake tube.
HDX031A
7. Remove four sheet metal screws securing the air fil-
ter mounting bracket to the frame; then loosen the air
inlet boot clamp and disconnect the IAT sensor con-
nector and remove the air filter assembly.
HDX148A
HDX144A
AT THIS POINT
If the technician’s objective is to service/replace right-
side cover oil seals, front output joint oil seal, rear out-
put joint oil seal, and/or the oil strainer (from beneath
the engine/transmission), the engine/transmission does
not have to be removed from the frame.
! WARNING
Make sure the vehicle is solidly supported on the sup-
port stands to avoid injury.
! WARNING
Gasoline may be under pressure. Place an absorbant
towel around the connector to absorb any gasoline
spray when disconnected.