Engine Mount Assembly Installation Procedure
1. Obtain replacement parts. Refer to "Parts Requirements" in this bulletin.IMPORTANT:
If equipped, install ground strap to stud on intake manifold side before installing new nut.
2. Position engine mount to front cover and install new nuts.
Torque:
Engine Mount-to-Front Cover
Nuts: 50 N.m (37 ft-lbs)
NOTICE:
When lowering powertrain, it will be necessary to guide engine mount assembly over midrail bracket studs to prevent damage to stud threads.
3. Lower powertrain completely.
4. Install new engine mount-to-midrail bracket nuts.
Torque:
Engine Mount-to-Midrail Bracket
Nuts: 50 N.m (37 ft-lbs)
CAUTION:
MAKE SURE VEHICLE IS PROPERLY SUPPORTED AND SQUARELY POSITIONED ON THE HOIST. TO HELP AVOID PERSONAL INJURY WHEN A VEHICLE IS ON A HOIST, PROVIDE ADDITIONAL SUPPORT FOR THE VEHICLE ON THE OPPOSITE END FROM WHICH COMPONENTS ARE BEING REMOVED.
5. Raise vehicle on hoist.
6. Loosen the two engine strut bracket-to-cradle fasteners to remove any fore/aft preload from engine strut.
7. Tighten the two engine strut bracket-to-cradle fasteners.
Torque:
Engine Strut Bracket-to-Cradle
Fasteners: 50 N.m (37 ft-lbs)
8. Lower vehicle from hoist.