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Removing the engine - methods and safety precautions

If the decision was made to dismantle the engine for overhaul or repair of the basic knots it is necessary to spend certain preparatory measures.

It is important to mark the place where the work will be carried out. Undoubtedly, the best place is the workshop. It is important to have the equipped working platform, and also a place for car storage. If neither a workshop, nor the garage is not present, the equal smooth concrete or asphalt platform.

Flushing the engine compartment and the engine before dismantling allow to keep the tool clean and a constant working condition.

Also you need a lift or hoist. Make sure that these devices have a stock on load-carrying capacity and are capable to lift the engine with all units. Observance of security measures plays a paramount role, as lifting of the engine from the car - operation dangerous.

If the dismantling of the engine are carried out by inexperienced person, you need an assistant. Consult and ask to help the persons having experience in such works. There are many kinds of works at lifting of the engine from the engine compartment which exclude their performance by one person.

In advance plan the actions. Agree or get all the necessary tools and equipment before you start work. To some adaptations providing safety at dismantle and installation of the engine, as well as reducing labor costs include (besides the lift) the strong supports, a full set of keys and mandrels, wooden shoes, rags and solvent for cleaning of inevitable pools from the spilled liquids. If the lift is hired, agree in advance, having performed all works in which this mechanism is not needed. This will save money and time.

Keep in mind that considerable time you can not use the car. For some works inaccessible in the home due to the lack of special equipment, will have to address in car-care center workshop. These enterprises work under the schedule and expedient will consult there before engine dismantle precisely to estimate expenses of time for repair and restoration of details.

Always at engine dismantle be very attentive. Rash actions can cause serious injuries. In advance consider the actions. Do not spare the time for it, because the main thing - work without traumas.