Engine Mount Replacement - Left Side (AWD)

Engine Mount Replacement - Left Side (AWD)

Removal Procedure

Caution: With wheels of the vehicle facing straight ahead, secure the steering wheel utilizing steering column anti-rotation pin, steering column lock, or 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(s)
* The steering gear

After disconnecting these components, do not rotate the steering wheel or move the front tires and wheels. Failure to follow this procedure may cause the SIR coil assembly to become un-centered and cause possible damage to the SIR coil. If you think the SIR coil has became un-centered, refer to your specific SIR coil's centering procedure to re-center SIR Coil.




1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Sedan,Wagon) Service and RepairBattery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Coupe) Service and Repair.
2. Remove the cross vehicle brace. Refer to Cross Vehicle Brace Replacement .
3. Remove the exhaust system. Refer to Exhaust System Replacement (LSA-Coupe) Service and RepairExhaust System Replacement (LSA-Sedan/Wagon) Service and RepairExhaust System Replacement (LFX/LFW-Sedan/Wagon) Service and RepairExhaust System Replacement (LFX/LFW-Coupe) Service and RepairExhaust System Replacement (Single Exhaust) Service and Repair.
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 Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement.
6. Remove the upper engine mount retaining nut (1).




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

Installation Procedure




1. Install the engine mount (1).
2. Raise the rear section of the frame.




3. Install but do not tighten the frame rear (1) and center (2) mounting bolts.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.

Note: Ensure to tighten the frame bolts in sequence.

4. Tighten the frame bolts.

1. Tighten the left front frame bolt to 191 Nm (141 lb ft).
2. Tighten the right front frame bolt to 191 Nm (141 lb ft).
3. Tighten the center front frame bolts to 191 Nm (141 lb ft).
4. Tighten the rear front frame bolts to 191 Nm (141 lb ft).

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




7. Install the upper engine mount retaining nut (1) and tighten to 80 Nm (59 lb ft).
8. Install the right and left lower engine mount retaining nuts and tighten to 80 Nm (59 lb ft).
9. Connect the lower intermediate steering shaft to the steering gear. Refer to Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement Intermediate Steering Shaft Replacement.
10. Install the exhaust system. Refer to Exhaust System Replacement (LSA-Coupe) Service and RepairExhaust System Replacement (LSA-Sedan/Wagon) Service and RepairExhaust System Replacement (LFX/LFW-Sedan/Wagon) Service and RepairExhaust System Replacement (LFX/LFW-Coupe) Service and RepairExhaust System Replacement (Single Exhaust) Service and Repair.
11. Lower the vehicle.
12. Install the cross vehicle brace. Refer to Cross Vehicle Brace Replacement .
13. Connect the battery ground cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Sedan,Wagon) Service and RepairBattery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Coupe) Service and Repair.