Skoda Octavia Workshop Manual page 10

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Removing and Installing Engine
♦ It is recommended to use the pliers for spring
strap clamps for removing and installing such
clamps.
♦ Ensure the connectors are correctly plugged
in, mark if necessary.
Procedure
- On vehicles fitted with coded radio set, pay
attention to coding; determine if necessary.
- Switch off ignition (if not already off) and
disconnect earth strap of battery.
Models ä 07.97
- Detach throttle cable at the throttle valve
control unit and support bracket at intake
manifold (do not remove locking detent).
- Unclip throttle cable and ignition cables from
the ignition cable guide.
K - Remove engine trim panel -arrows-.
Models 08.97 ä
K - Remove engine trim panel -arrows-.
- Detach throttle cable at the throttle valve
control unit and support bracket at intake
manifold (do not remove locking detent).
- Unclip throttle cable and ignition cables from
the ignition cable guide.
Continued for all models
- Raise vehicle with a lift platform; pay attention
to the following points:
K The arms of the lift platform must be positioned
only below the longitudinal members.
Warning!
The arms of the lift platform must on no account
be positioned below the sills, the front axle or rear
axle.
The two jacking points at the front are located
at the front of the two longitudinal members at
the level of the marking on the sill.
Warning!
Never start the engine and engage a gear when
the vehicle is raised so long as even only one
driven wheel is touching the ground.
OCTAVIA
Edition 10.99
S00.5104.53.20