Engine Stand Setting: Setting

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Infiniti M35h. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Explained here is how to disassemble with engine stand supporting transmission surface. When using a different type of engine stand, note the difference in the steps, etc.

Remove the engine assembly from the vehicle. Refer to "EXPLODED VIEW ".
Remove the parts that may restrict installation of engine to a widely use engine stand.
NOTE: The procedure is described assuming that you use a widely use engine stand holding the surface, to which transmission is installed.
- Remove flywheel, using a power tool. Fix crankshaft, and remove mounting bolts.
- Loosen mounting bolts in diagonal order.
- Check for deformation or damage of flywheel.
  CAUTION:
  - Never disassemble flywheel.
  - Never place flywheel with signal plate facing down.
  - When handling signal plate, take care not to damage or scratch it.
  - Handle signal plate in a manner that prevents it from becoming magnetized.
Remove pilot converter using the pilot bushing puller [SST: ST16610001] (A) if necessary.

Fig 1: Removing Pilot Converter With SST
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Lift the engine with hoist to install it onto the widely use engine stand.
CAUTION: Use an engine stand that has a load capacity [220 kg (441 lb) or more] large enough for supporting the engine weight.
- If the load capacity of the stand is not adequate, remove the following parts beforehand to reduce the potential risk of overturning the stand.
  - Remove intake manifold collector. Refer to "EXPLODED VIEW ".
  - Remove fuel injector and fuel tube assembly. Refer to "EXPLODED VIEW ".
  - Remove intake manifold. Refer to "EXPLODED VIEW ".
  - Remove ignition coil. Refer to "EXPLODED VIEW ".
  - Remove rocker cover. Refer to "EXPLODED VIEW ".
  - Remove exhaust manifold. Refer to "EXPLODED VIEW ".
  - Other removable brackets.
NOTE: The figure shows an example of widely use engine stand (A) that can hold mating surface of transmission with flywheel removed.

CAUTION: Before removing the hanging chains, check the engine stand is stable and there is no risk of overturning.

Fig 2: Holding Transmission On Engine Stand
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Drain engine oil. Refer to "DRAINING ".
Drain engine coolant by removing water drain plug (1) from both sides of the cylinder block as shown in the figure below.

Fig 3: Identifying Water Drain Plug, Plug And Washer
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