The availability and equipment of a work area is extremely important. The area should be spacious enough to accommodate a car, a strong workbench/assembly stand, and the necessary materials and equipment. The best option is a large garage or indoor workshop. In extreme cases, a flat area with asphalt or concrete pavement will do.
You should also take care of equipping a place for storing components, tools and other materials removed from the engine. A lightweight collapsible rack with fairly wide shelves is best suited for this purpose.
Before you begin dismantling the power unit, clean the engine compartment and the outside of the engine to help keep the tools you use clean and tidy.
A winch, A-frame or other suitable lifting equipment is also a prerequisite for successful completion of the work. Make sure that the lifting equipment and rigging are rated for the total weight of the power unit (engine with transmission). Do not forget about the need to strictly comply with safety regulations.
If an amateur mechanic is removing an engine for the first time, it is advisable to enlist the help of a more experienced friend - timely advice will save time and minimize the risk of injury or damage to components/equipment. During the process of removing a unit from a car, many situations arise when some procedures must be performed simultaneously, which is often very difficult to do by one person.
Try to plan all aspects of the upcoming work in advance. Prepare the necessary tools and equipment. Special devices that significantly facilitate the upcoming work and significantly increase the level of safety include a powerful trolley jack, a set of wrenches and replaceable socket heads with a suitable (preferably ratchet) drive, a couple of strong wooden blocks, and enough rags and solvent to remove traces of fuel, oil and coolant. If you do not have personal lifting equipment, before renting a winch, try to carry out all the necessary preparatory work in advance in order to minimize the rental period and, consequently, the material costs associated with it.
Be prepared to stop using your car while the repair work is being carried out. Part of the procedures that require highly qualified personnel and the use of special equipment will have to be entrusted to car service specialists. Remember that car repair shops usually have a very tight work schedule, and therefore it would be wise to worry about and agree on the timing of your order in advance.
Work slowly, in an organized manner, and try not to violate basic safety rules!
(The article was taken from the website: www.HondaBook.ru)