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What tools will I need to remove the engine?

Tiny
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  • 1998 TOYOTA TACOMA
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  • 10,000 MILES
Engine removal.
Sunday, August 11th, 2024 AT 1:54 PM

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Tiny
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And what are the steps to do so?
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Sunday, August 11th, 2024 AT 4:31 PM
Tiny
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Ariana! It is so good to hear from you. I hope you are doing well.

Anyway, you need a lot of tools. LOL You will need an engine hoist for sure because this one comes out from the top. Other than that, standard tools will do the job. However, before I jump in, I need to know if it is a 4wd or not. That will make a few differences.

Let me know and I'll get the directions to you. And hearing from you has just made my day. Believe me, I needed it. LOL

Take care,

Joe
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Sunday, August 11th, 2024 AT 7:59 PM
Tiny
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Lol thank you! I appreciate that. And yeah, I have a cherry picker from when I did my Explorer engine. I have an engine stand too. It’s a 4x4 manual.
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Monday, August 12th, 2024 AT 6:57 AM
Tiny
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I accidentally put automatic in the description but it’s a manual.
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Monday, August 12th, 2024 AT 6:58 AM
Tiny
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Hi,

Okay, I have the directions below for removing the engine. It looks like a straightforward job. Just take your time. I don't want you getting crushed by the engine. LOL

Take a look through the directions and let me know if they help or I you have questions.

Take care and Welcome Back!

Joe

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Monday, August 12th, 2024 AT 7:38 PM
Tiny
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Okay, thank you!
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Tuesday, August 13th, 2024 AT 9:34 AM
Tiny
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Remove transmission completely? Or just separate it from the engine?
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Tuesday, August 13th, 2024 AT 9:37 AM
Tiny
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Just separate it from the engine. You should be able to get to all the bell housing bolts, It may be a bit tight at the top.

Take care and Happy Birthday!

Joe
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Tuesday, August 13th, 2024 AT 8:22 PM
Tiny
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Thank you!
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Friday, August 16th, 2024 AT 9:04 AM
Tiny
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Everything is done except I am turning and turning the flexplate but don’t see any torque converter bolts. Am I missing something?
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Friday, August 16th, 2024 AT 1:01 PM
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Hi,

If this is a manual transmission, it won't have a torque converter. The transmission will come out. Once it is out, then you unbolt the clutch cover/pressure plate from the flywheel.

I attached an exploded view below. Let me know if this helps.

Joe

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Friday, August 16th, 2024 AT 9:04 PM
Tiny
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Lol yeah I figured it out. Never really worked on a manual transmission before. Thanks for your help!
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Saturday, August 17th, 2024 AT 8:54 AM
Tiny
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You are very welcome. When you reinstall it, you will need a tool to align the splines of the clutch disc.

Let me know if you run into any trouble.

Take care,

Joe
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Saturday, August 17th, 2024 AT 7:09 PM

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