Engine, Securing To Engine And Transmission Holder

Special tools and workshop equipment required 

• Engine Sling:2024A 
  Fig 1: Engine Sling : 2024A

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• Engine and Transmission Holder:VAS 6095A 
  Fig 2: Engine And Transmission Holder

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• Shop Crane:VAS 6100 
  Fig 3: Identifying Shop Crane

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Procedure 

• The transmission is separated from the engine. Refer to ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION, SEPARATING .

-- Remove the intermediate plate. Refer to Fig 4.

-- Remove the left alignment sleeve from the cylinder block.

-- Unlock the retaining tab -arrow- and remove the left engine cover mount -1-.

-- Unclip the right engine cover mount -1-.

-- Engage the Engine Sling:2024A  -item 1- as shown on the engine lifting eye and on the Workshop Crane:VAS 6100  -item 2-.

-- Insert the securing pins -arrows- to secure the mounting hooks and alignment pins.

-- Secure the engine to the Engine and Gearbox Bracket:VAS 6095A  -item 1-.

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Assembling

Assemble in the reverse order of removal. Note the following:

-- Insert the left alignment sleeve at the cylinder block.

-- Install the intermediate plate. Refer to Fig 4.