Engine Carrier For Engines M97.20/M97.21 (Cannot Be Retrofitted For Older Models)

1. Engine carrier
   • "Through bolt" (internal Torx countersunk screw) M6 x 110, oil pump threaded joint
     Fig 1: Identifying Engine Carrier And Screws (New)

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→ Secure components to prevent them from falling down.

Information 

• It may only be supported over a large area at the oil pan. 
• Localized loading is not permitted. 

1. Support engine using transmission and unit jack Junior Jack 2.0 WE 1223  and GA passenger car transmission plate WE 1224  at the oil pan.
2. Loosen hexagon-head bolts at the top of the engine bracket.
   1. 2.1. Only loosen the bolts, as the upper screw flanges of the engine bracket are slotted.

      Accessible through maintenance opening in passenger compartment. 

3. Screw off four collar nuts (M10) -arrows-  on the engine carrier.
   1. 3.1. Lower the engine a little.
      Fig 2: Locating Threaded Joint For Engine Carrier To Body

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4. Unscrew two hexagon-head bolts (M10 x 120) -1-  at the bottom of the engine carrier.
5. On the new engine carrier, also unscrew an internal Torx screw (M6 x 110).
   Fig 3: Removing Hexagon-Head Bolts

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   1. 5.1. This bolt is also used to screw on the oil pump.

      The bolt is shown on the oil pump illustration in the parts catalogue.

      Fig 4: Locating Screw Position

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6. Remove entire engine carrier downwards.
   1. 6.1. If necessary (to make removal easier), unscrew the four studs (M10 x 84) as well.