Abstract: A lifting tool for lifting an internal combustion engine having an intake manifold, the lifting tool including a mounting plate for connecting to the intake manifold of the engine, the mounting plate having a plurality of holes therein aligned with bolt holes or studs in the intake manifold, a "U"-shaped bracket connected to the mounting plate for receipt of a hook or chain connected to a lifting device such as a chain hoist, and a plurality of safety chains connected to the "U"-shaped bracket for connecting to the engine to prevent the engine from falling to the ground if the "U"-shaped bracket should separate from the mounting plate or if the mounting plate should separate from the engine while the engine is being hoisted.