2009 Ford Focus engine swap and crash bar removal
I'm doing an engine swap on a 2009 1.6 tdci Ford Focus estste replacing the old blown engine with another working one and from what I've read the engine can't be lifted out and has to be dropped out the bottom of the car. With no access to a ramp it makes life a bit awkward and the plan is to take the nose off the car (bumper and crash bar) and take the engine out that way. But I was wondering if this is even possible because I've read that on newer model focuses the crash bar can't be removed.
Also, I've read the form about registering the change of engine and it says it needs a main dealer stamp and signature. Does anyone know how much a Ford dealer will charge to do this here in Ireland?