What Procedures Are Required for Vehicle Engine Replacement?
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Vehicle engine replacement requires the following procedures: 1. Application form for vehicle modification registration. 2. Identity proof of the vehicle owner. 3. Vehicle registration certificate, driving license, proof of origin for the engine, and safety technical inspection certificate. The following circumstances prohibit modification registration: 1. Changing the brand, model, or engine type of the vehicle is not allowed, except for engines that are optionally installed with permission from the competent department of vehicle products under the State Council. 2. Modifying the registered appearance and technical data of the vehicle is not allowed, unless otherwise stipulated by laws, regulations, or national mandatory standards. 3. The proofs or certificates submitted by the vehicle owner are invalid. 4. The vehicle has reached the mandatory scrapping standard set by the state. 5. The vehicle is legally seized or impounded by the People's Court, People's Procuratorate, or administrative law enforcement departments. 6. The vehicle is stolen or robbed.
I just had my engine replaced last year, and the whole process was quite a hassle. Initially, after the repair shop installed the new engine, they reminded me that I had to go to the local DMV to update the registration. I brought my ID card, vehicle registration certificate, purchase invoice, and proof of origin for the engine. The DMV staff verified the old and new engine numbers and also had the car undergo a safety and emissions inspection. The inspection took all morning, and I almost missed lunch while waiting in line. After the engine replacement, the car felt much more powerful, but don’t forget to update the vehicle registration and insurance policy—otherwise, you might run into issues during transfer or annual inspections. I recommend booking a DMV appointment in advance to save time and effort. Safety first—don’t skip the paperwork just to cut corners.
