Removing Engine Carrier

→ Secure components to prevent them from falling down.

Information 

Specifications for wrench sizes (a/f specifications) for screw heads are described as follows:

• Torx screws: (E..) for external Torx, (T..) for internal Torx. 
• Hexagon-head bolts (internal and external hexagon): Wrench size (a/f) 

Component overview of engine mounting: 

Fig 1: Identifying Engine Carrier With Electric Engine Mounting (Hydraulic Mount)

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1. Engine carrier
2. Holder for rear silencer
3. External Torx screw (E14), M10 x 80
4. External Torx screw (E14), M10 x 70
5. Adapter
6. Active engine mounting (standard for GT3 RS, individual option for GT3)
7. External Torx screw, M8 x 60
8. Hydraulic mount (standard for GT3)
9. External Torx screw (E12), M8 x 60
10. Hexagon collar nut (a/f 18), M12 x 1.5

1. Loosen vacuum line mounting for the exhaust valves on the engine carrier.
   1. 1.1. Unscrew three external Torx screws (E10, M6 x 16) and leave the line hanging.

   Information 

   • It may only be supported over a large area at the oil pan. 
   • Localized loading is not permitted. 
2. Support engine with transmission and unit jack Junior Jack 2.0 WE 1223  and GA passenger car transmission plate WE 1224  at the oil pan.
3. Unscrew two collar nuts (a/f 18, M12 x 1.5) on the threaded bolt for the engine mounting from underneath.

   Information 

   • When lowering, the engine must not rest on the rear axle cross member. 
4. Lower the engine.
5. Loosen four external Torx screws (E14, M10) on the engine carrier.
   1. 5.1. Two M10 x 70 screws at the top.
   2. 5.2. Two M10 x 80 screws at the bottom.
6. Remove holder for rear silencer together with the engine carrier.
7. Clean the engine carrier carefully and check for damage (cracks, deformation).
8. If the engine carrier is damaged, replace it.