Lexus SC300 / Lexus SC400. Manual — part 457

(b) Place the matchmarks on the both flanges.
(c) Remove the four bolts, washers, nuts and intermediate

shaft.

(d) Insert SST in transmission to prevent oil leakage.
SST 09325–20010

(M/T)

09325–40010 (A/T)

21. REMOVE ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY

FROM VEHICLE
(a) Attach the engine hoist chain to the engine hangers.

(b) Remove the two nuts holding the engine to the front

suspension crossmember.

(c) Remove the four bolts, four nuts and rear engine

mounting member.

(d) Lift the engine out of the vehicle slowly and carefully.
NOTICE: Remove carefully without damaging the power
steering gear housing or the park/neutral position switch
(A/T only).
(e) Make sure the engine is clear of all wiring, hoses and

cables.

(f) Place the engine and transmission assembly onto the

stand.

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ENGINE MECHANICAL

Cylinder Block

COMPONENTS FOR SEPARATION AND
ASSEMBLY OF ENGINE AND
TRANSMISSION

SEPARATION OF ENGINE AND
TRANSMISSION

1. (A/T)

REMOVE OIL DIPSTICK GUIDE FOR TRANSMISSION

2. (A/T)

REMOVE OIL COOLER PIPES FOR TRANSMISSION

3.

DISCONNECT ENGINE WIRE FROM TRANSMISSION

4. REMOVE

STARTER

5.

SEPARATE ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

6. (M/T)

REMOVE CLUTCH COVER AND DISC

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ENGINE MECHANICAL

Cylinder Block

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COMPONENTS FOR DISASSEMBLY AND
ASSEMBLY OF CYLINDER BLOCK

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ENGINE MECHANICAL

Cylinder Block

COMPONENTS FOR DISASSEMBLY AND
ASSEMBLY OF CYLINDER BLOCK
(Cont’d)

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ENGINE MECHANICAL

Cylinder Block

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