IDRVSLO Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 Well I just started to remove parts from the 05 Leggy to get my engine out. I have pulled engines on FWD cars before so I am kind of familiar with the process but am a little stuck with where to really start. I will be pulling the Rad and AC condenser along with the fans of course. How much of the suspension/front drivetrain parts need to come out? Do I need to seperate the motor at the transmission or the differential. If I am off track on these parts let me know and if there is a how to or pictures of where to start please point me in that direction. Thanks. Scott G [ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Underdog Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 Here is my thread about rebuilding my motor: http://legacygt.com/forums/showthread.php/underdogs-ej255-teardown-rebuild-122981.html?t=122981 Engine removal: http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1301065 Tear-down: http://forums.nasioc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1435733 PM me your email address and I'll send you the FSM for engine removal. *Tip* You don't need to drain/disconnect your AC. Just unbolt the compressor, take the hoist bracket off the compressor, move the compressor to the battery area (see pics in my thread) and put the hoist bracket back on the engine. Don't need to remove any suspension stuff. The Crimson Dynamo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IDRVSLO Posted February 5, 2011 Author Share Posted February 5, 2011 Awesome, thanks a bunch...I was searcing keywords Engine Removal....guess I need to refine that. [ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Underdog Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 No problem. Here are some good places to start: 1. Remove battery 2. Remove OEM Airbox 3. Remove Intercooler 4. Separate downpipe (post-turbo in case you are new to Subarus) from turbo 5. Remove undertray 6. Drain coolant and remove radiator 7. Remove accessory belts 8. Remove alternator 9. Disconnect fuel lines w/ special tool, or at FPR (careful with this one obviously) 10. Disconnect main harness near turbo and ground harness under intercooler. The Crimson Dynamo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StoplightAssassin Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 OP what year is your car? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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StoplightAssassin Posted February 5, 2011 Share Posted February 5, 2011 If you are removing the flywheel, you'll need a torx plus 50 bit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ouch1011 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Having also come from primarely FWD before, pulling the engine on a Subaru is super simple. You don't have to do anything with the suspension/axles. Just disconnect the coolant/fuel hoses, remove radiator, pull the power steering pump and AC compressor off the engine and set aside, disconnect and remove starter, disconnect main harness, unbolt and separate engine and trans, unbolt engine mounts and remove engine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IDRVSLO Posted February 6, 2011 Author Share Posted February 6, 2011 After getting at it I was shocked at how easy and straight forward it was. I am picking up the hoist tomorrow and will have it out shortly afterward. Thanks for the help! [ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Osei Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 The only issue you may have is separating engine from tranny. I used a bottle jack against a 2x4 on firewall to crack the seal. After that easy. O. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
burnout8488 Posted February 7, 2011 Share Posted February 7, 2011 The only issue you may have is separating engine from tranny. I used a bottle jack against a 2x4 on firewall to crack the seal. After that easy. That's genius. Wish I thought of that! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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