Engine Removal and Major Overhaul
GENERAL INFORMATION
This subsection describes in detailPROCEDURE
work such as removing the powertrain from the vehicle and major overhaul of the cylinder head, cylinder block/crankcase, and other internal engine components.This subsection provides recommendations for preparing and organizing major overhaul work and purchasing spare parts, and describes in detail the procedures for engine disassembly, inspection of technical condition, repair, and installation of engine assemblies and components.
Starting from subsection 3.2.2.6, the description assumes the engine has been removed from the vehicle. Procedures for repairs performed without removing the engine from the vehicle, as well as the removal and installation of engine assemblies and components required for major overhaul, are given in the corresponding subsection 3.2.1 and following, and also in subsections 3.2.2.1.1, 3.2.2.2, 3.2.2.3, 3.2.2.
4. After the engine has been removed, preliminary disassembly operations described in subsection 3.2.1 and following up to the end of this section are no longer necessary.
All specifications required for major overhaul are given in subsection 3.2.2.2, except for tightening torques, which are given in subsection 3.2.1.1.
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