How to install an engine on a car with your own hands

Replacing an engine in a car is a rather complex technological process that varies depending on the type of engine. In addition, if we change the engine, this requires re-registration of the car and making changes to the documents.

how to replace a car engine and how this procedure is documented in our article.

Is it necessary to register an engine replacement with the traffic police in 2021?

On January 20, 2011, in the Order of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation, the engine was recognized as an unnumbered part and its registration with the MREO of the State Traffic Safety Inspectorate was canceled. The number of the installed engine is no longer indicated in the vehicle registration certificate as information that is not particularly important. However, this policy has made the job of police officers involved in car theft investigations more difficult. From the Administrative Regulations of the Order of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia N 950 on the procedure for registering vehicles, it follows that government agencies may refuse to register a vehicle if signs of changes in the identification numbers of components and assemblies are detected, including the engine, with the exception of vehicles with a change in marking as a result of natural wear and tear and repairs.

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At first, it seems that it is not difficult to figure out when it is worth undergoing the procedure and when it can be avoided. from the Order that in 2021, state registration of an engine replacement with the State Traffic Safety Inspectorate is not required if a similar motor (power, design, volume, etc.) was installed due to repairs; and state registration is required if an engine with characteristics different from the previous version is supplied.

The catch is that local executive bodies interpreted this provision of the law differently. The fact is clear to everyone that it is possible to install a motor with new parameters only after coordinating the action with the traffic police and subsequently registering the replacement. But local executive authorities decided differently what to do with the installation of a new engine with similar parameters. In one region of the Russian Federation they will not pay attention to replacing an engine similar to the previous one, but in another they will be asked to take steps to coordinate the changes and their further registration.

You can find out whether it is necessary to register a new engine completely similar to the old one via the traffic police MREO hotline. However, even when receiving verbal permission to replace a spare part without subsequent registration, it is worth keeping in mind that in the future the owner of the car may move to another subject of the Russian Federation or find a buyer from another Federal District, and also wish to travel outside of Russia, where the same law applies. The executive branch has different views.

The fact of concealment of information about a replaced auto part may be revealed during an inspection by technical supervision employees. If this happens, in 2021 they have the right to pick up the car and evacuate it to an impound lot until the circumstances are clarified, and impose penalties on the owner.

Another unpleasant consequence of failure to comply with the law is the inability to remove or register a car with incorrect documents. Don't think that by selling your car you will get rid of this problem. The new owner will learn about the shortcomings of the purchased property during its state registration and will be able to report you to the Ministry of Internal Affairs as a fraudster, demanding a refund for the car, as well as compensation for the damage caused.

How to replace the engine correctly

How to properly drain coolant from the engine block

A modern car uses a variety of technical fluids, some to lubricate the mechanical elements of engines or transmissions, others to operate the vehicle's hydraulic systems, and others to the vehicle's powertrain cooling and interior heating systems. But all these fluids must be changed according to the regulations, because... After a certain time, the liquid itself becomes contaminated with various wastes, combustion products and various metal shavings. And also, over time, any technical fluid loses its technical properties and must be replaced. Antifreeze or antifreeze used in the engine cooling and interior heating systems is no exception to the rule. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Also, it is worth considering the fact that modern antifreeze and antifreeze are not just a non-freezing liquid that ensures normal operation of the cooling system in any weather. But also a means for lubricating certain elements (a water pump that uses antifreeze instead of oil), as well as for protecting metal parts from corrosion. Therefore, it is necessary to replace antifreeze or antifreeze approximately once every three years. Please note that in a modern car it is unacceptable to use water instead of coolant. Since the pump is lubricated with antifreeze and is often driven by a timing belt, the use of water can cause the pump to jam and break the belt or skip the teeth on the gears. In turn, this can cause the pistons to hit the valves, which can ruin anywhere from two valves to a full set of valves and pistons, as well as some other elements. In any case, repairs will cost more than regular replacement of antifreeze or antifreeze over the entire life of the car. How to drain used coolant Like used motor oil, used antifreeze and antifreeze must be drained into a closed container and, according to environmental standards, disposed of, since it is a fairly toxic substance. To drain the coolant, it is advisable to place the car on a flat, horizontal surface; this will ensure more efficient drainage of the liquid from all pipes, the radiator and the engine block. Almost all cars have a special drain hole, sometimes it is located on the bottom of the radiator, and sometimes on the lower pipes. Sometimes, the cooling system design does not have the necessary plug for waste fluid. In this case, the antifreeze is drained by disconnecting the lower pipe from the car radiator. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Also, you should follow safety precautions; you should absolutely not drain liquid from a hot engine. Not only does the liquid itself heat up to 90-96 degrees Celsius, and can cause serious burns to a careless technician. So, even during heating, pressure forms in the system, which prevents the liquid from boiling, and opening any lid when the liquid is hot will lead to the release of hot antifreeze or steam. First, you need to wait until the car engine cools down to ambient temperature, then open the expansion tank cap and prepare a suitable container for the used antifreeze or antifreeze. After which, the drain plug is unscrewed or one of the lower pipes is disconnected from the radiator. 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In another case, the remaining coolant is not removed from the system on its own, and additional steps must be taken to completely remove all the liquid. How to completely drain the coolant To completely remove antifreeze from the engine block and the entire cooling system of the car, you need to have a minimal understanding of the design of the system itself. In any car model. There are certain sections of the cooling system from which the liquid is not removed by gravity; antifreeze can remain in separate small channels of the cylinder block located at different angles and having sharp rotation angles. 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To create such conditions, it is necessary to carry out several actions: • After the antifreeze is completely drained by gravity from a special drain plug, the hole is not closed again. You will need to close the expansion tank cap again and turn on the stove at full power (temperature). And then they start the engine. • The engine must be started for a short period of time, since overheating of the engine can lead to critical damage, and the lack of antifreeze or antifreeze in the system contributes to very rapid heating. Remember, overheating of the motor can lead to deformation of the cylinders or jamming of the motor or other damage that can only be repaired during a major overhaul of the engine or its replacement. You should not focus on the liquid being cut out from the drain hole; the engine should not run for more than a few minutes. If the liquid continues to drain, then you need to turn off the engine and let it cool for minutes. Then repeat the procedure. • Stopping fluid flow when the engine is running means the complete removal of antifreeze or antifreeze from the cooling system. After this, the drain plug or radiator pipes are returned to their place. How to refill coolant The last step in replacing antifreeze or antifreeze is to refill the system with new fluid, in accordance with the technical recommendations for your car. 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After which, the car engine starts. • After starting the engine, the water pump begins its work, which drives liquid through all channels. Wherein. The liquid level in the barrel will drop as all the channels and pipes that could not be filled by gravity begin to fill. • After the antifreeze level in the expansion tank drops to the minimum level, the car engine is stopped and the fluid is refilled. This procedure is carried out until the antifreeze level stops falling, and the engine is checked for overheating during prolonged warm-up. • After using the car for a couple of days. It is worth checking the antifreeze level again and adding it if necessary. At this stage, we can assume that the coolant in the system has been completely replaced, following all possible recommendations. And the next replacement will be required only after three years. View news

When is it necessary to register an engine replacement with the traffic police in 2021?

A car owner can change the engine in 2021 for several reasons.

1. The old motor is not repairable, or its repair is not feasible from an economic point of view.
2. The owner wants to improve the characteristics of the car (for example, power)

In these cases, the car owner has several options.

• Purchase original spare parts.
• Purchase an analog engine made by a certified manufacturer of spare parts.
• Purchase a suitable motor at a disassembly or second hand.

In the first two options everything is quite simple. You receive the spare part with documents, install it in the proper place and go to the traffic police department to register an engine replacement, if it is needed (clause 52 of the Rules, approved by Government Decree No. 1764 of December 21, 2019).

For the third scenario, the situation is somewhat more complicated. The catch is that spare parts purchased secondhand or at a disassembly site do not always have documents. If you decide to save on buying an engine, you can get into big problems, since units from stolen cars are often sold in this way. You can protect yourself during a transaction in 2021 by first contacting the theft department of the traffic police and making a request for the engine number.

Such actions are recommended when installing a spare part identical to the previous one. However, when installing a car engine in 2021 with other parameters, its mandatory registration with the traffic police is required.

There is no need to assume that by erasing the engine number, you can install it without registering changes with the traffic police. During the first inspection of the car, an attentive employee of the state technical supervision will notice this nuance and report it to the inspectors. In the shortest possible time, the owner of a vehicle who has damaged the engine number will be punished to the letter of the law. According to Article No. 326, set out in the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation, in 2021, deleting or damaging the engine number carries a fine of 80,000 rubles.

Be sure that according to Order of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia N 950, in 2021, when installing a new engine with characteristics different from the previous one, its mandatory registration is required. You should not look for loopholes and try to circumvent the law, otherwise, instead of spending a small amount of time on paperwork at the traffic police, you will have to spend a large amount of money.

Main types of automobile engines

The most common are internal combustion engines running on gasoline, which are divided according to the method of supplying fuel to the cylinders - using a carburetor or injector. In carburetor engines, gasoline is combined with air under the influence of aerodynamic forces. In engines with injectors, the fuel mixture is injected under pressure through injectors.

No less popular engines are units running on diesel fuel. Their functioning is ensured by spraying diesel fuel, which is mixed with a hot portion of air under high pressure.

All engines have both positive and negative aspects. For example, diesel engines, as opposed to gasoline engines, have excellent traction at low speeds, are the most economical, and do not have distributors or spark plugs. As for the shortcomings, this is a fuel system that is very sensitive to the quality of diesel fuel; comparatively worse acceleration dynamics; problems with starting at sub-zero temperatures; increased vibration and noise.

Gasoline engines, which make it possible to start sharply and drive at high speeds, also have their weak points. For example, the ignition system is one of them.

Normative base

In 2021, using the engine number, you can find a stolen car and bring criminals to justice, even in such circumstances when the car was repainted, rebuilt or disassembled and sold for parts.

It should also be taken into account that when installing a motor that is unsuitable for other components and assemblies, the vehicle can become dangerous both for the owner and for other road users. Not all modifications to a car are acceptable or safe.

Taking into account the structural complexity of the car engine, as well as its role in the search for stolen cars, the legislative authorities have developed a broad regulatory framework. The set of documents regulates both the procedure for replacing the engine with a new one in 2021 and the procedure for registering this action in the traffic police MREO.

A careful study of the regulations will help you navigate the nuances of the procedure correctly.

1. Order of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia N 950.
2. Rules approved Government Decree No. 1764 of December 21, 2019.
3. Federal Law of August 3, 2018 N 283-FZ, Article 10.
4. Technical Regulations of the Customs Union “On the safety of wheeled vehicles” (TR CU 018/2011)
5. Decision N 877 of the Customs Union Commission “On the adoption of the Technical Regulations of the Customs Union”
6. “Criminal Code of the Russian Federation” dated June 13, 1996 N 63-FZ (as amended on February 19, 2019)

Outboard motor dimensions and weight

The weight and dimensions of the motor are selected based on the boat’s carrying capacity and personal requirements. Lightweight models are optimal for small inflatable and aluminum boats. They are compact and easy to transport, especially if they have a carrying handle, and can be transported in the trunk, pickup truck or van.

Heavy motors are difficult to move. It is rational to purchase them for permanent installation and year-round operation without conservation for the winter or storage near the pier.

Two- and four-stroke models of low power 2.5-15 hp. weigh from 13 to 46 kg. Medium displacement engines of 30-60 hp. have a dry weight of 50 to 100 kg.

Registration of engine replacement in the traffic police

One of the simplest situations in 2021 is replacing the motor with a unit with similar characteristics. Considering the fact that the procedure is not considered a change to the standard design of the vehicle, the owner will not have to spend money and time on various examinations. He can immediately take the new engine and the old car to a specialized service center.

However, there is one important point here: you need to insure yourself that the purchased engine does not turn out to be a spare part from a stolen car. If this fact is revealed, and the owner of the car has not taken any measures in advance, then he will then have to explain for a long time to the traffic police officers under what circumstances he came into possession of the stolen spare part.

Another important aspect that may prevent the registration of a new engine by the traffic police in 2021 will be an unreadable number on the unit itself. In this case, before installing a new motor, you will have to seek an examination.

First of all, when purchasing an engine, you need to save all the seller’s contact information. When completing a transaction, ask him for documents for the spare part, receipts, acceptance certificates, signed contracts and other documents confirming the fact of the transaction.

The next stage is registration of the completed modification in the traffic police. In 2021, a motorist will only need to undergo an inspection by technical inspection staff, who will transfer all the data about the engine to the inspector, who, in turn, will mark the PTS to change the spare part (clause 52 of the Rules, approved by Government Decree No. 1764 of December 21, 2019).

In essence, registering a replacement for a similar engine with the traffic police in 2021 comes down to three simple steps:

1. Obtaining a permit from the traffic police MREO (this item is indicated as recommended).
2. Installation of a new unit in the service.
3. Introducing the changes made in the form of standard marks in the PTS in the traffic police.

The cost of the procedure in 2021 is 350 rubles. It will be used to pay state fees. The amount is not large, but after paying it and spending a little time on paperwork at the traffic police, you will be able to drive around in an updated car with absolute peace of mind.

Engine removal procedure

To make it easier to remove the unit and prevent scratches on body parts, first of all, you need to dismantle the hood of the car. After this, you need to disconnect all electrical wires from the motor. And first of all, disconnect the battery terminals. Next, we remove the battery itself.

If you are not sure that you will remember the assembly order, then it makes sense to take notes or photographs of complex components in the engine compartment. This will be a good help when installing a new unit.

The next step is to drain all engine fluids (oil, antifreeze), after which we disconnect the exhaust system elbow, transmission gear and the gearbox itself.

The next step is the most important - directly dismantling the engine. To do this, you need to decide how to implement it. There are two options for solving the problem. The first is to use a winch to lift the engine up, move it to the side or roll the car away. And the second - with the help of a lift, we raise the car, and the pre-jacked engine remains below on a special cushion. This method is usually used at service stations where the necessary equipment is available.

After deciding on the method of dismantling, preparing a place for the old engine and removing all fastenings of the unit to the car frame, you can proceed directly to the excavation.

Replacing an engine with different parameters

Having decided to change the characteristics of your car by replacing the engine, in 2021 the car owner should be prepared to spend some time in order to go through all the stages and formalize this action according to the letter of the law. To strictly take into account such changes, Order No. 950 was issued, approved by the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation.

When replacing an engine in 2021 with a spare part with different characteristics, the owner changes the level of reliability of the vehicle, so it is necessary to have a conclusion from the relevant authorities on the safety of the modernization being made. When making changes to the design of the car, its owner must take into account that after installing a unit with a higher power, the transport tax may also increase.

Compared to the situation of installing a motor with similar characteristics, in this case the number of actions of the car owner when registering an engine replacement at the State Traffic Safety Inspectorate increases noticeably in accordance with Federal Law dated 03.08.2018 N 283-FZ Art. 10.

1. It is necessary to submit an application to the traffic police about the desire to make changes to the configuration of the vehicle. The application is filled out in the prescribed form.
2. Use the services of an expert organization. Experts must check and evaluate the safety of installing a new auto part on the provided vehicle. After the assessment, the experts sign a conclusion in which they authorize the modification and also describe the procedure for installing the new motor.
3. Having submitted the application and conclusion, wait for a resolution from the traffic police authorizing the conversion of the vehicle in 2021.
4. Contact a specialized service center that has a license to perform such manipulations for replacement. Often these actions are also performed by expert organizations. If you wish, you can perform the replacement yourself.
5. After completing the work, the owner receives copies of the license, auto service certificate, as well as a declaration statement. In case of independent replacement, the car owner will fill out the declaration himself.
6. At any technical inspection department, you must undergo a performance check of all units and components of the machine and obtain a diagnostic card for the vehicle. These services are also often performed by expert organizations.
7. Bring the necessary documents to the traffic police and provide your vehicle for control by state technical supervision officers.

Having completed all the actions as described in the above plan, the owner will receive a certificate for the car confirming its compliance with the agreed design, as well as a certificate of vehicle registration and a vehicle passport with the necessary marks.

The entire procedure for registering an engine replacement with the traffic police, including points one through seven, will require a significant investment of time and money, including payment of the state fee for re-registration. Its size in 2021 will be 800 rubles.

Engine type (PLM) and propulsion type

We think everything is clear with the gasoline engine. Classics of the genre. This is the most common type of motor that can satisfy the needs of any buyer. The power of these engines varies from 2 to 400 hp. With.

But electric motors, today, are really common (most often used as auxiliary or trolling motors). The most important thing is that you do not make a mistake when making a purchase. Electric motors differ from each other in power, battery capacity, the presence or absence of the ability to move in shallow water, the presence or absence of the ability to bring the craft into planing mode. Be careful when making a purchase, and you can rest assured that the chosen device will serve you faithfully for a long time, without requiring refueling with gasoline and working exclusively on battery power.

Jet motors are developed on the basis of two-stroke and four-stroke engines, specifically for movement in shallow water and riffles, thanks to which the boat can be brought directly to the shore. They are safer for swimmers and water skiers.

Replacing the engine with a completely new one

With a completely new engine, the car owner is insured against the fact that the unit may have previously belonged to a stolen car, so there is no need to contact the search department to check the number of the new spare part.

Otherwise, this procedure is completely identical to the algorithms described above for registering an engine replacement at the traffic police. With similar characteristics of the new unit, you will need a minimum of time and paperwork. When installing a new engine with car parameters different from the factory characteristics, you will have to stock up on time and patience.

Recommendations

If a motorist nevertheless decides to arrange for a replacement car engine, then it is worth going to the MREO and finding out what is necessary in order to install a new power unit without any problems, and then register it.

Also, it is worth noting separately that it is not recommended to buy power units second-hand, since it is not known what origin they are and where they can light up. There have been cases when the purchased engines were from stolen cars. Therefore, you should be quite careful.

Replacing the motor with a contract one

Changing the engine in 2021 to a contract one differs from the usual case in that the installed unit was purchased outside the borders of Russia. A distinctive feature in 2021 will be the following: when registering a contract engine, an employee of the state traffic inspectorate may require a customs declaration from the owner for the import of spare parts.

All other aspects of the procedure are similar to the algorithms for registering a car purchased in Russia. If a case arises of installing a motor with characteristics similar to the old one, you will only need to submit an application and provide the updated car for inspection. If you install a car part with other parameters, you will have to go through all the authorities, as when registering a Russian car with other characteristics.

Installation of car engine exhaust system elements

After the engine is installed in its rightful place, you need to install the exhaust system elements. After which the power and cooling system is installed, the starter is installed, the electrical wiring, generator and battery are connected. The pipes and hoses of the cooling system are lubricated from the inside with silicone-based sealant. This eliminates the occurrence of internal damage and makes them quite easy to install.

To tighten hoses and pipes in power and cooling systems, clamps with screw clamps should be used. Electrical wiring connectors that may be slightly loose should be tightened with pliers from the center to the edges of the connector. Please note that it is not safe to squeeze the entire width of the connector. This technique does not lead to anything other than worsening the contact and increasing the width of the connector.

When you install the engine, remember the ground wire that needs to be connected from the body to the engine block. As a rule, the block is located at the bottom near the gearbox. If you ignore this need, you can damage the thin-walled parts that are electrically connected to the motor housing. It is through these parts that the starter current passes to the body ground.

Before replacing the battery, be sure to wash it with a soda solution. This will make it possible to clean the part from traces of electrolyte, which causes body corrosion and damage to the paintwork. When you have completely assembled and installed the engine, you should turn the engine crankshaft a couple of revolutions, check the clutch mechanism, and add fluid. And only after that proceed to start-up and running-in.

Necessary documents for registration of engine replacement in the traffic police

When changing a car engine to a similar one in 2021, you will need a small list of documents:

• A receipt confirming the fact of payment of the state duty.
• Original and photocopy of the vehicle owner's passport.
• Original and photocopy of PTS.
• Documents received upon purchase of the motor.
• Certificate of registration of the vehicle.
• Application for changing the vehicle configuration, signed by a traffic police inspector.
• Certificates for materials, as well as spare parts that were needed when converting the vehicle.

In a situation where a new auto part has different characteristics from the previous one, in addition to the above, the following certificates will be needed:

• Expert opinion.
• Application-declaration, received at a car service center or filled out independently, about the work performed.
• Protocol of the technical examination carried out.
• Fresh diagnostic card.

What is needed for replacement

Replacing the engine with your own hands - this moment spurs many motorists. It is very easy to change a carburetor type engine, and a little more difficult with an injector. But, recently, automakers have begun stuffing cars with electronics that cannot be replaced in an ordinary garage, and in this case there is a direct path to a car service center.

So, let's look at the basic set of tools that you will need to change your power unit:

• Set of screwdrivers, heads and various bits with T-shaped markings.
• A set of ring and open-end wrenches.
• Wheelbrace, several jacks.
• Winch or hoist.
• Lift or pit.
• Counter-kickbacks.
• Crowbars of different sizes.
• Containers for liquids.
• And of course brains.

Along the way, you may need something else, well, this is purely individual for each type of engine.

Application to the traffic police for engine replacement

A sample application for engine replacement can be easily found on the website or at the traffic police department.

The application to the traffic police to replace the engine consists of several blocks:

1. Information about the vehicle (VIN, make, color, power, etc.)
2. Information about the owner of the vehicle. When filling out this block, it is enough to indicate your full name and registration address.
3. List of proposed changes.
4. Resolution of the traffic inspector.

Applications to the traffic police for engine replacement in 2021 can be found here.

Cost of re-registration

The owner should be prepared for significant financial expenses. The services of an expert commission and car service are not cheap. You will also have to pay for a technical inspection. You can save money by installing the engine yourself.

Mandatory expenses when replacing an engine in 2021 include:

• Passing a technical inspection. Its cost varies not only by region, but also within the locality.
• Payment of state duty. When installing a similar model of unit, the cost of the duty will be 350 rubles. And when replacing it with a model with other technical characteristics - 800 rubles.

Registration period

When planning any action, especially one related to government agencies, it always seems that it will take a lot of time. When planning to register an engine change with the traffic police in 2021, you need to take into account the following deadlines.

If a replacement occurs with a similar engine, then registration with the traffic police is reduced to entering the corresponding mark in the vehicle passport. This action will only take a few hours and depends only on the size of the queue.

Registration of modernization associated with the installation of a different type of motor will take much longer. You will have to come to the MREO traffic police department itself twice: to fill out an application and to submit a package of documents collected after making the proposed changes to the vehicle. You will also have to allocate time to conduct a technical inspection and obtain a diagnostic card. After submitting documents to the inspector, the procedure for checking them can take up to several hours, but, as a rule, the owner of the car receives a title with the marks and changes made on the day the documents are submitted.

You can save your time in both cases. To do this, you need to sign up for this procedure on the public services portal. In this case, the car owner will not have to stand in line, he will only need to arrive at the appointed time.

Conclusion

As you can see, for each type of motor there will be a different procedure for replacing the motor. For example, a carburetor engine can be removed and installed in 1 day, but with a car stuffed with electronics you will have to tinker, since wiring is a delicate matter.

Registration of a car after replacing the engine is also not a particularly pleasant process, but if you register everything correctly from the beginning, then there will be no problems with registration and legalization. But, as practice shows, most motorists change the engine illegally and do not even re-register the engine number until the time of sale.

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The cost of replacing an engine at the traffic police in 2021

The main share of costs when replacing a car engine will be occupied by the service itself to replace it. You can save money if you change the unit yourself. But even this will not save you from paying the state duty, which has the following amounts:

• The cost of the state duty for making changes to the PTS will be 350 rubles.
• The cost of state duty for registering an engine with new characteristics is 800 rubles.

You can also save at this stage; paying state fees using the government services portal leads to a reduction in their size.

Under the car

When working under the vehicle, be sure to wear safety glasses. First, disconnect the exhaust pipe clamps. Then remove the mudguard and engine protection.

Exhaust system

Disconnect the exhaust manifold. The operation is performed at the junction of the part and the receiving pipe. Be careful, quite often the studs break when the pipe nuts are loosened.

Transmission mechanism

Remove the bolts securing the torque converter to the engine flywheel diaphragm. Disconnect the transmission mechanism.

Remove the front wheels, steering knuckle mounts, and axle mounts. After this, disconnect the right and left axle shafts. These operations are performed only for front-wheel drive vehicles.

Transmission

Disconnect all connections between the engine and transmission. Before doing this, drain the oil from the gearbox and differential. Remove the gearbox shift rods and clutch cable. Unscrew the bolts securing the fluid coupling to the flywheel. Before unscrewing the gearbox mounting bolts, be sure to install something capable of supporting the gearbox. Loosen the gearbox cross-member connections and disconnect it. When all work is completed, remove the support and lower the machine to the ground.

What are the consequences of not registering an engine?

Registration of changes in vehicle configuration related to the replacement of a car engine with a unit with different technical characteristics in 2021 is mandatory. Otherwise, the owner faces a fine. In Art. 12.1 of the Code of Administrative Offenses of the Russian Federation states that a fine of 800 rubles is imposed for a car that is not registered in the manner prescribed by law. An appeal against this administrative penalty is allowed within 10 days from the date of its issuance.

In a situation where the engine is removed from a stolen car, the vehicle on which this unit was found is subject to seizure and impoundment until the circumstances of the case are fully clarified.

Leading brands and Chinese engines

If cost comes first when buying a boat motor, then you have to choose between well-known manufacturers and Chinese brands.

The most popular engines for boats are Japanese and American Mercury, Suzuki, Honda, Yamaha with power up to 15 hp. They are reliable, practically do not lose power even after 5 years of intensive use. Leading companies do not skimp on the quality of components, so they provide a warranty of up to 3 years. Dozens of service centers eliminate problems with service and spare parts.

Among the good ones from China, Hidea, Parsun and HDX stand out, which are often purchased by beginners as the first motor when switching from oars. They are assembled in a factory based on discontinued Japanese models and are distinguished by good build quality and components. Minor shortcomings are offset by low cost. The warranty period for Chinese engines is within 1-2 years; Japanese spare parts can be used for repairs.

Nuances

When creating the legislative framework for the engine replacement operation, the authorities tried to simplify the process as much as possible. However, the reality turned out to be such that when performing registration actions at the traffic police, some pitfalls and subtleties began to emerge.

One of the nuances of the procedure is the moment of recycling the old engine. When importing a new motor from abroad, after the registration procedure, you will need to pay a recycling fee.

This nuance can be attributed to unexpected and unpleasant costs. The only good news is that the rule applies to engines imported into Russia after 09/01/2012.