What is the process for filing a replacement of an old engine?
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In this case, it is initiated by the qualified after-sales department of the brand agent, and then the factory conducts an after-sales review. If the relevant numbers are damaged through abnormal means, an application can be made to replace or restore the engine-related numbers. The change application should be submitted to the vehicle management office within 10 days of replacement. At this time, it should be noted that the brand and model of the engine must not be changed.
Just helped my neighbor Old Zhang with this process last week, and it took three trips to the DMV to finally get it sorted. The most crucial step in replacing an old engine is to bring the green vehicle registration book to the DMV to file a modification application before removing the engine—they’ll give you a service slip. Once the old engine is removed, it should stay at the repair shop without being moved, as DMV staff will come to take imprints of the engine and chassis numbers for verification. If the new engine is sourced from a legally scrapped vehicle, you’ll need a 'Scrapped Vehicle Recycling Certificate,' and the repair shop must also provide an installation qualification certificate. The most troublesome part is the vehicle inspection—exhaust emissions, lights, and brakes all need to pass new tests. Finally, remember to staple the invoice and quality inspection report from the repair shop to the back of the modification application form. The whole ordeal took nearly half a month, so hiring an agent might save you a lot of time.
