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Steeroid · 10th May 2008, 16:52

Before you think in terms of an engine swap I would suggest that you look up the Kerala RTO rules about engine changes. You have to:

1. Have it done by the authorized dealer.

2. Have it replaced by the same engine.

3. If the same engine cannot be found the RTO has to be convinced that the replacement engine is suitable or is one that is used in newer models of the same car.

In other words, it is not worth the trouble. Sell it off for whatever you can get for it. Why on earth someone would want to replace the engine on an 8-year old Siena is beyond me, but I guess you have your reasons for wanting to do so.

10th May 2008, 16:52	#10 (permalink)
Steeroid Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: DXB Posts: 5,346	Before you think in terms of an engine swap I would suggest that you look up the Kerala RTO rules about engine changes. You have to: 1. Have it done by the authorized dealer. 2. Have it replaced by the same engine. 3. If the same engine cannot be found the RTO has to be convinced that the replacement engine is suitable or is one that is used in newer models of the same car. In other words, it is not worth the trouble. Sell it off for whatever you can get for it. Why on earth someone would want to replace the engine on an 8-year old Siena is beyond me, but I guess you have your reasons for wanting to do so. __________________ Cheers Steer Where all think alike, no one really thinks very much.