Body / Frame Mount Bushing: Service and Repair

Frame Cushion or Insulator Replacement

Removal Procedure

Properly support the frame when you change the body mounts. If only one mount is changed, lower the entire side on which the mount in placed in order to provide clearance for the mount.




1. Raise the vehicle slightly on a hoist. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair).
2. Place jack stands under the body on the side of the vehicle that the mounts will be placed.
3. Remove the body mount bolt, retainer, and lower cushion (1) from the radiator support.




4. Remove the body mount bolts, retainers, and lower cushions (1) from the 5 other mount locations.
5. Lower the hoist enough in order to leave the body supported by the jack stands.
6. Remove the upper cushions (2) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the upper cushions (2) to the vehicle.
2. Raise the frame slightly on the hoist.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

3. Install the lower cushions, retainers, and bolts to the 5 body mount locations. Tighten the bolts to 82 Nm (60 ft. lbs.).




4. Install the lower cushion, retainer, and bolt (1) to the radiator support. Tighten the bolts to 82 Nm (60 ft. lbs.).