1999 Chevy Cavalier engine swap

1999 CHEVROLET CAVALIER
125,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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MAL7448
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I have a 99 cavalier with a bad engine knock, needs to be changed, can i pull the engine out of the top or does it have to come out the bottom
Sep 6, 2009 at 10:42 PM
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MMPRINCE4000
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The easiest way (for me) is out the bottom. That is how they are installed at factory.

I have seen some engines taken out the top, but you run a HUGE risk of paint, body damage.
Sep 15, 2009 at 3:23 AM
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