How to Remove an Engine from Under a Car

Tools and Materials You’ll Need

• Engine hoist or cherry picker
• Floor jack
• Jack stands
• Socket wrench set
• Wrenches
• Screwdrivers
• Pliers
• Oil pan
• Coolant drain pan
• Transmission fluid drain pan
• New engine oil and filter
• New coolant
• New transmission fluid

Safety First

Before you begin, it’s important to take some safety precautions.

• Park the car on a level surface and engage the parking brake.
• Disconnect the battery negative terminal.
• Allow the engine to cool down completely.
• Wear safety glasses and gloves.

Step 1: Prepare the Car

Once you’re ready to begin, you’ll need to prepare the car for engine removal.

1. Raise the front of the car using a floor jack and jack stands.
2. Remove the front wheels.
3. Drain the oil, coolant, and transmission fluid.
4. Disconnect the battery cables, starter wires, and alternator wires.
5. Remove the air intake and exhaust manifolds.
6. Disconnect the fuel lines and brake lines.

Step 2: Attach the Engine Hoist

Now it’s time to attach the engine hoist to the engine.

1. Position the engine hoist over the engine.
2. Attach the hoist to the engine using the engine lifting points.
3. Tighten the hoist bolts securely.

Step 3: Lift the Engine

Once the engine hoist is attached, you can begin lifting the engine.

1. Slowly raise the engine using the hoist.
2. Be careful not to lift the engine too quickly or too high.
3. As the engine rises, disconnect any remaining wires or hoses.

Step 4: Remove the Engine Mounts

Once the engine is lifted high enough, you can remove the engine mounts.

1. Locate the engine mounts.
2. Remove the bolts that hold the engine mounts in place.
3. Carefully lift the engine off of the mounts.

Step 5: Remove the Engine

With the engine mounts removed, you can now remove the engine from the car.

1. Slowly lower the engine using the hoist.
2. Be careful not to damage the engine or the car.
3. Once the engine is clear of the car, you can remove the hoist.

Step 6: Reinstall the Engine

Once you’ve removed the engine, you can reinstall it in reverse order.

1. Attach the engine mounts to the engine.
2. Lift the engine into the car using the hoist.
3. Connect the engine to the transmission.
4. Reconnect the wires and hoses.
5. Fill the engine with oil, coolant, and transmission fluid.
6. Reconnect the battery.
7. Start the engine and check for leaks.

Conclusion

Removing an engine from under a car is a complex and time-consuming process, but it’s not impossible. By following these steps, you can safely and successfully remove the engine from your car.