Removing Engine Block

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Question- On 2008 Mini Cooper S Turbo, can the engine block be removed without removing the front axles, suspension and subframe by unbolting the transmission? I have the head and oil pan off of the car and now see I need to have the crank worked on. I have searched on line and from Bently, Clymer and Haynes manuals it is not clear if this can be done or enough room to separate the trans from the block.

Thanks, Steve