Engine disassembly — general description (Audi 80 B3)

1. If possible, place the engine on a table. Two or three wooden blocks will be needed to support the engine in a standing position

2. It is very important to keep it clean, and if the engine is dirty, it must be cleaned with kerosene before starting work.

3. Do not operate the engine directly on the ground, sand is a real source of trouble.

4. As you remove, wash the parts in a kerosene bath. However, do not immerse parts with internal oil grooves.

5. It is advisable to prepare suitable containers for storing small parts according to their use, this will help in assembling the engine and also prevent possible losses.

6. Always purchase complete gasket sets before disassembling the engine, but keep the old gaskets as a sample or to replace if new ones are not available.

7. If possible, install nuts, bolts and washers in their location after removal, this will protect the threads and will also be useful when reassembling the engine.

8. Save the unusable parts so you can compare them with the new parts.

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