It is extremely important to outline the place in which the work will be carried out. Undoubtedly, the best place is the workshop. It is very important to have an equipped working platform, as well as a place to store the car. If there is no workshop or garage, then at least a flat and clean area will be required.
Flushing the engine compartment and power unit before starting dismantling will keep the tool clean and in constant working order.
You will also need a floor lift or hoist. Make sure that these devices have a load capacity and are able to support the weight of the engine with all components and transmission. Compliance with safety measures plays a paramount role here, since lifting the engine from the car is a potentially dangerous operation.
If work on dismantling the engine is carried out by an inexperienced person, then an assistant is needed. Consult and ask for help from persons with experience in such work. There are many examples of how attempts to single-handedly dismantle the engine with the rise of the latter from the engine compartment ended unsuccessfully.
Plan your activities ahead of time. Rent or purchase all the necessary tools and equipment before starting work. Some of the tools that provide safety during dismantling and installation of the engine, as well as reducing labor costs include (besides the lift): trolley jack of sufficient capacity, a full set of wrenches and mandrels listed at the beginning of this manual, blocks of wood, rags and solvent to clean up the inevitable puddles of spilled engine fluids. If the lift will be rented, then agree on this in advance, first completing all the work in which this mechanism is not needed. This will save money and time.
Keep in mind that you will not be able to use the car for a significant amount of time. To perform some work that is not available at home due to the lack of special equipment, you will have to contact a car service workshop. These facilities are on schedule and it would be wise to consult there prior to dismantling the engine in order to accurately estimate the time required to repair or remanufacture parts.
Always be very careful when dismantling and installing the power unit. Careless actions can cause serious injury. Think ahead about your actions. Do not spare time for this, because the main thing is work without injuries.
On all vehicles discussed in this manual, the power unit is lowered and removed from under the vehicle.