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Old 12-12-2018, 11:54 AM
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I have to replace or rebuild the engine in my 2013 GL350. It's making a loud knocking noise and runs very rough--very long story explained in another post. I have decided to try to do the job myself. I've read the engine removal/install procedure on the WIS. They instruct removing the engine with the transmission and "front axle carrier" from the bottom of the car. This would require a lift--which I don't have. Has anyone removed the engine alone from the top using a shop crane or engine picker? Is it even possible to remove from the top?

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I have to replace or rebuild the engine in my 2013 GL350. It's making a loud knocking noise and runs very rough--very long story explained in another post. I have decided to try to do the job myself. I've read the engine removal/install procedure on the WIS. They instruct removing the engine with the transmission and "front axle carrier" from the bottom of the car. This would require a lift--which I don't have. Has anyone removed the engine alone from the top using a shop crane or engine picker? Is it even possible to remove from the top?

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is it possible to drop in a gas motor?
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Anything is possible...but not necessarily practical/cost effective. It would require changing the fuel system, exhaust system and computer controls/sensors.
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Read this entire article before deciding what to do:

http://www.stephensservice.com/bluet...ssuesproblems/
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