Removing Engine Carrier

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This task can only be performed if the engine has been removed or suspended on the body.

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Do not undo the engine mounts on the engine .
If the engine mounts have been undone on the engine -A- , they must be aligned using the engine carrier .

Fig 1: Locating Engine Mount
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Loosen the two fastening screws at the left and right -arrows- from above on the hydraulic mounts.

Fig 2: Locating Fastening Screws
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Use a suitable, sturdy, long tool to unscrew the two fastening screws securing the engine carrier to the body. Remove engine carrier.

Fig 3: Identifying Engine Carrier
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