Engine, Supporting In Installation Position

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Special tools and workshop equipment required

Engine Support Bridge :10-222A
Tensioning Strap :T10038

Procedure

CAUTION:

Risk of injury due to the engine weight shifting.

Parts of the body could be crushed.

- Only support the engine when the transmission and tunnel crossmember are removed.

-- Install the engine cover and heat shield. Refer to ENGINE COVER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the left and right covers for the fender. Refer to OVERVIEW - FENDER .

-- Position the :10-222B on the left and right side of the longitudinal member for the upper wheel housing.

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-- Engage the :10-222A/11 at the left and right on the engine lifting eyes.

-- Tension the engine with the spindles slightly until the engine mount is not under a load.

-- If the transmission should be removed, loop the : T10038 as shown in the engine lifting eyes -1 and 2- and on the : 10-222A/3 and tighten.

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Assembling

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

-- Install the heat shield and engine cover. Refer to ENGINE COVER, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .