97 Q45T - taking out the engine

[newbie13]

I am trying to replace the engine on 97 Q45T, it’s got 157k and a BAD knock in the engine, nothing serious was recently done to the car that I know off(bought it with 130k). Having problems dropping the engine, no space to work what so ever. Can’t get to the starter to remove it, can’t get to the driver side engine mount because of the A/C components, compressor and stuff. Anyone has done it before? What’s the trick? Thanks,Newbie13

[elwesso]

Newbie, do you have the service manual for the 97 Q... IF not, ive got one at home, that i can provide you with tomorrow

Send me an email.. [email protected]

[newbie13]

Having the manual would be great, but how about specifics of removing the engine? anybody with the trick to do it? If you have a picture I wouldn't mind it either Thanks again!