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How to Remove the Engine from a Fiat 500 L (1966)

Model: Fiat 500 Epoca - Years: 1957, 1958, 1959, 1960, 1961, 1962, 1963, 1964, 1965, 1966, 1967, 1968
Part: Engine

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In this brief guide, you will see the main instructions that will allow you to remove the engine from the body of the classic Fiat 500 L from 1966. First, open the engine cover and start by unscrewing the bolts of the engine mount; drain the engine oil and then remove the engine cover and the lower bumper.

At this point, disconnect the transmission by unscrewing all the bolts; disconnect the various electrical wiring and fuel lines, and then remove the engine from the vehicle, lifting it with a jack.

Perform complete maintenance on the engine, and then reassemble everything!


Updated on 26 April 2026 by ScegliAuto


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