Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
11 00 670 Securing engine in installation position
Special tools required:
- 00 6 100
- 00 6 050
- 00 6 070
Observe following instructions relating to special tool:
- Prior to each use, check the special tools for defects, modifications and operational reliability.
- Damaged/modified special tools must not be used!
- No changes or modifications may be made to the special tools!
- Keep special tools dry, clean and free of grease.
Special tool
Reassemble cross member 00 6 100 with special tools 00 6 050, front facings 00 6 070.
Necessary preliminary work:
- Secure the engine compartment lid in the SERVICE POSITION .
- Remove STIFFENING PLATE
Unclip Bowden cable (1) for hood opening.
Contact points, right.
Contact points, left.
Fit cross-member 00 6 100 with a 2nd person helping.
Tighten down all screws and nuts on transverse member 00 6 100.
Attention!
Before lifting the engine, check the lifting lugs for damage (cracks) and to ensure they are seated securely.
Avoid a change of engine position in the transverse or longitudinal direction!
Always make sure there is sufficient clearance between the engine (or its add-on parts) and the body.
Screw towing hook (1) into engine block.
Attach chain to towing eye.
Release screws (1) from both engine mounts.
Raise engine approx. 10 mm with cross member.
Tightening torque: 22 11 1AZ .
Attention!
Observe installation note!
To ensure play between engine mount and front axle support, lower the engine completely before tightening the screw connection (engine mount/front axle support).
Tightening torque: 22 11 1AZ .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.