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Engine Mount Replacement - Left Side RWD

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 2039093  Size: SH
  1. Discharge the air conditioning (A/C) system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
  2. Remove the tower brace. Refer to Cross Vehicle Brace Replacement.
  3. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
  4. Remove the suction hose (1) from the A/C compressor. Refer to Suction Hose Replacement.
  5. Position the hose aside to gain access to the engine mount top nut.
  6. Lower the vehicle.

  7. Object Number: 2039099  Size: SH
  8. Remove the nut (1) from the top of the engine mount.
  9. Raise the vehicle.
  10. Position a screw jack and a block of wood under the engine oil pan.

  11. Object Number: 2039105  Size: SH
  12. Remove the right and left engine mount lower nut (1).

  13. Object Number: 2039141  Size: SH
  14. Using the screw jack, raise the engine enough to remove the engine mount (1).

  15. Object Number: 2009488  Size: SH
  16. Be sure to remove the engine mount slotted washer or plastisol insert washer (2) between the engine mount and the frame.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 2009488  Size: SH
  1. Install the engine mount to the vehicle.
  2. Install engine mount slotted washer (1) or plastisol insert washer (2).
  3. Ensure the slotted washer (1) is properly installed and located between the engine mount and the frame.

  4. Lower the engine onto the engine mount.
  5. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 2039105  Size: SH
  6. Install the right and left engine mount lower nut (1).
  7. Tighten
    Tighten the nut to 80 N·m (59 lb ft).

  8. Remove the screw jack.
  9. Lower the vehicle.

  10. Object Number: 2039099  Size: SH
  11. Install the nut (1) from the top of the engine mount.
  12. Tighten
    Tighten the nut to 80 N·m (59 lb ft).

  13. Raise the vehicle.

  14. Object Number: 2039093  Size: SH
  15. Install the suction hose (1) to the A/C compressor. Refer to Suction Hose Replacement.
  16. Lower the vehicle.
  17. Install the tower brace. Refer to Cross Vehicle Brace Replacement.
  18. Recharge the A/C system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.

Engine Mount Replacement - Left Side AWD

Removal Procedure

Notice: Secure the steering wheel utilizing a strap to prevent rotation. Locking of the steering column will prevent damage and a possible malfunction of the SIR system. The steering wheel must be secured in position before disconnecting the following components:

   • The steering column
   • The intermediate shaft
   • The steering gear
After disconnecting these components, do not move the front tires and wheels. Failure to follow these procedures may cause improper alignment of some components during installation and result in possible damage to the SIR coil.


    Object Number: 2044107  Size: SH
  1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
  2. Remove the cross vehicle brace. Refer to Cross Vehicle Brace Replacement.
  3. Remove the exhaust system. Refer to Exhaust System Replacement.
  4. Remove the right and left lower engine mount retaining nuts.
  5. Disconnect the lower intermediate steering shaft from the steering gear and position the shaft aside. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement.
  6. Remove the upper engine mount retaining nut (1).

  7. Object Number: 2039323  Size: SH
  8. Install a screw jack with a block of wood under the oil pan for support.
  9. Support the rear of the front frame with a screw jack.
  10. Remove the frame rear (1) and center (2) mounting bolts.
  11. Loosen the front frame bolts (3) 12.7 mm (0.5 in.) to 25.4 mm (1 in.).
  12. Lower the rear section of the frame.
  13. Raise the engine using the screw jack until the weight is removed from the mount.
  14. Lower the screw jack under the frame.
  15. Remove the engine mount (1) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 2044172  Size: SH
  1. Install the engine mount (1).
  2. Raise the rear section of the frame.

  3. Object Number: 2039323  Size: SH
  4. Install but do not tighten the frame rear (1) and center (2) mounting bolts.
  5. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

    Important: Ensure to tighten the frame bolts in sequence.

  6. Tighten the frame bolts.
  7. 4.1. Tighten the left front frame bolt.

    Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 191 N·m (141 lb ft).

    4.2. Tighten the right front frame bolt.

    Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 191 N·m (141 lb ft).

    4.3. Tighten the center front frame bolts.

    Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 191 N·m (141 lb ft).

    4.4. Tighten the rear front frame bolts.

    Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 191 N·m (141 lb ft).

  8. Remove the screw jack from the rear of the front frame.
  9. Remove the screw jack and block of wood from under the oil pan.

  10. Object Number: 2044107  Size: SH
  11. Install the upper engine mount retaining nut (1).
  12. Tighten
    Tighten the nut to 80 N·m (59 lb ft).

  13. Install the right and left lower engine mount retaining nuts.
  14. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 80 N·m (59 lb ft).

  15. Connect the lower intermediate steering shaft to the steering gear. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement.
  16. Install the exhaust system. Refer to Exhaust System Replacement.
  17. Lower the vehicle.
  18. Install the cross vehicle brace. Refer to Cross Vehicle Brace Replacement.
  19. Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.

Engine Mount Replacement - Left Side Second Design RWD


Object Number: 2143722  Size: MF

Callout

Component Name

Preliminary Procedures

  1. Discharge the air conditioning (A/C) system. Refer to Refrigerant Recovery and Recharging.
  2. Remove the tower brace. Refer to Cross Vehicle Brace Replacement.
  3. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
  4. Remove the suction hose from the A/C compressor. Refer to Suction Hose Replacement.
  5. Position the hose aside to gain access to the engine mount top nut.
  6. Lower the vehicle.

1

Engine Mount Fastener

Notice: Refer to Component Fastener Tightening Notice in the Preface section.

Procedure

  1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
  2. Position a screw jack and a block of wood under the engine oil pan.

Tighten
80 N·m (59 lb ft)

2

Engine Mount Fastener

Tighten
80 N·m (59 lb ft)

3

Engine Mount

Procedure

  1. Using the screw jack, raise the engine enough to remove the engine mount.
  2. Install the right and left engine mount lower nut first.