Engine Disassembly/Assembly
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- Disconnect the engine and transaxle. (See MANUAL TRANSAXLE (MTX) REMOVAL & INSTALLATION .) (See AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE (ATX) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove the intake-air system. (See REMOVAL & INSTALLATION .)
- Remove the exhaust system. (See EXHAUST SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove the oil filter. (See OIL FILTER REPLACEMENT .)
- Remove the thermostat. (See THERMOSTAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Remove the ignition coil.
- Remove the generator.
- Disassemble in the order indicated in the figure.
- Assemble in the reverse order of disassembly.