Pull tranny and motor or just the motor?

Post by **Clemens** » 31 Aug 2022, 07:18

Wondering if it is easier to pull the 20V NA out of a 92 854 with the M56 attached or without the M56?

If the transmission is connected both should come out to the bottom once the 4 subframe bolts are removed.

Can the motor be pulled out to the top with the M56 remaining in the car?

Post by **Sveedy** » 31 Aug 2022, 08:31

I can't speak as to the M56, but I pulled Sveedy's engine out from the top while leaving the auto trans in place. Had no problems with it.
I know others pull both both out from the top while still connected, but I felt it would be easier to leave the trans / linkage etc alone.

Post by **abscate** » 31 Aug 2022, 12:50

The M56 has to be drawn back (to left side of car) several cm (15-20?) to disconnect flywheel from M56 input shaft so you cant pull the engine up leaving the M56 in.

Post by **Goupil** » 31 Aug 2022, 13:19

I've always pulled the motor and gearbox together, taking them apart in the car looks like a pain (but I might be wrong).

Goes out from the top, just need to go slow and avoid damaging the ABS module (a load balancer on the engine hoist helps)

Post by **Clemens** » 31 Aug 2022, 16:45

Thank you for the replies. Now, since we are parting out the car, could i just drop the subframe with the motor, m56, driveshafts, struts etc. out of the car by simply loosening the 4 subframe bolts and the 6 strut bolts on top? most wires, fuel line, shift linkage, fenders and bumper are already disconnected or removed from the donor?

On a lift this should not take more than 2 hours, I guess ...

Post by **scot850** » 31 Aug 2022, 17:05

Don't forget the steering shaft from the steering rack! Also the muffler will need to be disconnected somewhere as well. Then I would suggest removing the radiator/ AC cooler to give more wiggle room.

Then there is the A/C connection to the dryer. You have already covered wiring.

Good Luck! Definitely a lot easier if you have a hoist/lift!

Neil.