Cylinder Head Removal 97 Protege

1997 MAZDA PROTEGE
194,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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RAYGRM
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when supporting the engine on a 97 protege while removing the engine mount, where do i place the jack?
Dec 8, 2010 at 9:55 AM
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DOCFIXIT
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Use block of wood and position on front of oil pan
Dec 8, 2010 at 10:00 AM
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RAYGRM
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Thanks I will do that, I was just worried the weight would cause damage somewhere under there.
Dec 8, 2010 at 10:05 AM
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DOCFIXIT
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No it can hold engine weight just don,t jack too much as to raise car off jackstands
Dec 8, 2010 at 10:09 AM
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RAYGRM
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Thanks so much.
Dec 8, 2010 at 10:20 AM
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