Diagnose and repair light vehicle engines

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Chapter 10

Engine

Disassembly and Cleaning

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Engine Removal Tips

Clean before beginning removal

Have the tools and equipment before you begin

Always follow removal procedures

Adhere to all safety guidelines

Use a digital camera or camcorder to record various locations and connections

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Engine Removal Preparation Video

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General Removal Procedures

Install a battery memory saver

Remove hood and place in safe place

Drain fluids and remove oil filter

Disconnect linkages and electrical connections, label as necessary

Remove air intake components

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Labeling For Reassembly

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Disconnect and close off fuel lines

Label and disconnect vacuum lines

Remove drive belts and set power steering pump and air conditioning compressor aside

Disconnect heater and radiator hoses

Disconnect exhaust pipe

General Removal Procedures (Cont.)

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Engine Removal Video

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FWD Engine Removal

Many FWD vehicles require the engine and transmission to be removed together as an assembly

Some FWD engines can be remove from above

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FWD Engine Removal (Cont.)

A transaxle support is necessary if the engine is removed from above

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FWD Engine Removal (Cont.)

Remove the axle shafts from the transaxle

Axles can usually be pried away from transaxle once the steering knuckle is separated from the lower control arm

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FWD Engine Removal (Cont.)

If possible, leave axles attached to hub assemblies

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RWD Engine Removal

The engine is usually removed from above through the hood opening

After all connections and components are removed, separate the engine from the transmission

Remove motor mount connections and remove the engine

Always support the transmission

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Engine Preparation

Once removed, mount securely to an engine stand

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Engine Preparation (Cont.)

Slowly disassemble and visually inspect the parts

Look for excessive wear on moving parts

Always follow the service procedures for proper disassembly and cleaning

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Cylinder Head Removal

Remove the intake and exhaust manifolds

Remove the valve cover or covers

Inspect for sludge

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Cylinder Head Removal (Cont.)

Disassemble rocker arm components

On OHC engines align timing marks and remove the timing belt

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Cylinder Head Removal (Cont.)

Keep all pushrods and rocker arm assemblies in exact order

Loosen cylinder head bolts one or two turns following the detorque sequence – often the reverse of the torque sequence

Inspect and save the head gasket

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Detorque Example

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Cylinder Head Removal Video

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Knowledge Check

Why should cylinder heads bolts be loosened in reverse of the torque sequence?

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To help prevent warping the head.

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Cleaning Engine Parts

After disassembly, parts should be thoroughly inspected and cleaned

The cleaning method depends on the component and the equipment available

Incorrect cleaning methods or agents can harm or destroy engine parts

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Water-Soluble Soils

Include dirt, dust, and mud

Organic Soils

Examples are oil, grease, and carbon

Rust

Results from a chemical reaction when iron and steel are exposed to oxygen and moisture

Scale

Results from minerals that have separated from water

Types of Soil Contaminants

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Chemical Cleaning

Uses a chemical reaction

Thermal Cleaning

Relies on heat to bake off soil

Abrasive Cleaners

Are usually used in conjunction with other cleaning processes

Three Basic Cleaning Processes

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Chemical Cleaning

Used to remove dirt, grease, scale, paint, and/or rust

Always wear the proper PPE when working with chemical cleaning agents

Hydrocarbon solvents require special handling and disposal

Some cleaners are water-based

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Chemical Cleaning Machines

Parts washers are commonly used and can soak, agitate, stream, and spray clean

Hot or cold soak tanks immerse components in cleaning solution to remove grease

Hot spray tanks use pressurized spray to decrease cleaning times

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Parts Cleaning Tank

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Thermal Cleaning

Uses heat to bake off or oxidize dirt and other contaminates

Becoming more popular because of reduced amount of hazardous wastes

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Abrasive Cleaners

Used in conjunction with other cleaning equipment

Shot and grit blasters used on parts that will later be machined

Parts tumblers used on small parts

Vibration cleaners or shakers use vibrating tub with abrasives to scrub parts

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Alternative Cleaning Methods

Ultrasonic cleaners uses high-frequency sound waves to clean parts

Citrus chemicals are safer to handle and easier to dispose of

Salt baths use high-temperature molten salt to dissolve carbon, grease, oil, dirt, paint, and some gasket materials

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Knowledge Check

Which type of engine cleaning has become the most popular and why?

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Thermal cleaning due the decreased amount of waste produced.

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Crack Detection

Cleaned engine parts should be carefully inspected

Cracks result from pressure or temperature changes, fatigue from stress cycles, impact damage, and engine overheating

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Crack Detection Video

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Cracked Lifter Bore

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Crack Detection Methods

Blocks and heads can be pressurized with air and placed into a water tank

Magnetic particle inspection magnetizes the metal

Dye penetrants are sprayed or brushed on the surface and when dry show cracks

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Magnetic Detection

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Dye Detection

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In-Vehicle Engine Service

Oil pan gasket replacement

Vibration damper replacement

Cylinder head replacement

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