Procedures

ENGINE STAND SETTING


Setting


NOTE:
Explained here is how to disassemble with engine stand supporting transmission surface. When using different type of engine stand, note with difference in steps and etc.
1. Remove the engine and the transaxle assembly from the vehicle, and separate the transaxle from the engine. Exploded View.
2. Remove clutch cover and clutch disc (if equipped). Service and Repair.
3. Remove flywheel or driveplate.
- Secure flywheel or driveplate with Tool, and remove bolts.

CAUTION:
- Never disassemble flywheel.
- Never place flywheel or driveplate with signal plate facing down.
- When handling signal plate, take care not to damage or scratch it.
- Handle signal plate in a manner that prevents it from becoming magnetized.






4. Lift the engine with a hoist to install it onto widely use engine stand.

CAUTION:
- Use the engine stand that has a load capacity [approximately 135 kg (298 lb) or more] large enough for supporting the engine weight.
- If the load capacity of stand is not adequate, remove the following parts beforehand to reduce the potential risk of overturning stand.
- Intake manifold: Exploded View.
- Exhaust manifold: Exploded View.
- Rocker cover: Exploded View.

NOTE:





The figure shows an example of widely use engine stand that can support mating surface of transaxle with flywheel or driveplate removed.

CAUTION:
Before removing the hanging chains, make sure the engine stand is stable and there is no risk of overturning.
5. Drain engine oil. Draining.






Arrow Indicates Engine Front

6. Drain engine coolant by removing water drain plug (1) from RH side of the engine.