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To remove

Fig 1: Illustration For Steps 1-3
G03855330Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.

The method for dismantled power train mounted in fixture has been discontinued.

  1. Remove the dipstick.
  2. Remove power steering pump and bracket with lifting eye.
  3. Remove water pump and sleeve with O-rings.
  4. Remove guard plate and oil sump. Leave the guide sleeve in place in the cylinder block. Wipe clean from dripping oil.
    Fig 2: Illustration For Steps 4-6
    G03855331Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  5. Use flywheel locking attachment 83 94 868  . Remove the crankshaft pulley.
  6. Disconnect the crankcase breather hose from the oil sump.
  7. Remove guide pins from timing cover by cutting an internal thread with a 3/8" UNC screw tap and pull them out with sliding hammer 83 90 270  .
    Fig 3: Illustration For Steps 7-9
    G03855332Courtesy of SAAB-SCANIA OF AMERICA, INC.
  8. Remove all bolts from timing cover.
  9. Pull the cover loose at the bottom first.
  10. Then lift the cover out/down so that the gasket is not damaged on the cylinder head.