If there is no special stand for disassembling the engine, disassemble it on a wooden stand. Do not disassemble it directly on a concrete floor, because concrete particles will become a source of contamination. When the parts are removed from the engine, wash them with kerosene. Never immerse parts with internal lubrication channels in kerosene. Such parts should be thoroughly wiped with a cloth soaked in kerosene, and the lubrication channels should be cleaned with a wire rope and blown with compressed air.
It is recommended to store small parts in suitable containers. This way, the parts will not get lost and you will not have to look for them during subsequent assembly. When disassembling the engine, save the old gaskets. They will serve as a sample for making gaskets in the absence of new ones. Although the following parts can be removed separately (without removing the engine), it is recommended to remove them during engine disassembly after the engine has been removed:
- alternator
- ignition coil, spark plug high voltage wires
- thermostat
- fuel injection system components
- intake and exhaust manifolds
- oil filter
- fuel pump
- engine mounts
- flywheel or drive plate
- water pump
Complete disassembly of the engine should be carried out in the following order:
- intake and exhaust manifolds
- toothed belt, tensioner and pulleys
- cylinder head
- flywheel or drive plate
- oil pan
- oil pump
- pistons with connecting rods
- crankshaft
- camshaft and hydraulic tappets
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