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Engine removal, can it be removed from the top?

Tiny
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  • 2012 CHEVROLET SONIC
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Is there a way to remove it through the top? I’ve seen a few done that way. What do I need to remove to do that and torque specs?
Wednesday, August 7th, 2024 AT 8:54 PM

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Tiny
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I am sure you might be able to take the engine out from the top, but they recommend the subframe be removed with the transmission. Since I don't know anyone that has done this I can say for sure. Start by draining the coolant and removing the battery. I would remove the hood as well. One problem I can see is there might not be enough room to separate the engine from the transmission while it is inside the car. Here is how the book says it should be done. Check out the images (below). Please upload pictures or videos in your response of any problems so we can see what to help you with.
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Thursday, August 8th, 2024 AT 10:57 AM
Tiny
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How many bell housing bolts? I know there’s a few on top easy to get to.
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Friday, August 9th, 2024 AT 7:41 PM
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It looks like 4 on top and 3 across the bottom.
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Saturday, August 10th, 2024 AT 9:36 AM
Tiny
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I’ve pulled it through the top less hassle then pulling it through subframe.
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Sunday, August 11th, 2024 AT 12:29 PM
Tiny
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Good job, I look at things to see if they could be done another way, the book is not always right, and I have not pulled the engine on this car yet, so I didn't know. Thanks for letting us know, we are here to help, please use 2CarPros anytime.
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Monday, August 12th, 2024 AT 8:53 AM
Tiny
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Here are some pics.
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Monday, August 12th, 2024 AT 9:20 AM
Tiny
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That's what I am talking about! Nice work :)
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Monday, August 12th, 2024 AT 11:00 AM
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I did have a question the motor I got to swap out is 2014 sonic lt with fleet fuel wire harness is different it has a j3 plug on ECM where mine 2012 model don’t is there a difference can I use my harness instead of the one for it.
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Tuesday, August 13th, 2024 AT 8:48 PM
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That is hard to say, I would see if you have all the correct sensors in the new engine and go from there.
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Wednesday, August 14th, 2024 AT 10:00 AM
Tiny
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What is oil pan bolts torqued to in ft lbs?
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Friday, August 16th, 2024 AT 6:48 AM
Tiny
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Sorry, we only handle one problem per thread, please post your new question here, you must be logged in.

https://www.2carpros.com/questions/new

Cheers, Ken
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Saturday, August 17th, 2024 AT 8:32 AM

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