Transmission Mount Replacement - Side
Transmission Mount Replacement - SideRemoval Procedure
Important: In order to avoid oil damage and possible engine failure, insert a block of wood that spans the width of the oil pan bottom between the oil pan and the jack support.
1. Use a jack or a utility stand to raise the transmission/transaxle in order to remove the weight from the transmission/transaxle mount and create slight tension in the mount.
2. Inspect the transmission/transaxle mount Replace the transmission/transaxle mount if the transmission/transaxle mount exhibits any of the following conditions:
^ The rubber surface is covered with cracks.
^ The rubber is separated from the metal plate of the mount.
^ The rubber is split through the center.
3. If there is movement between the metal plate of the transmission/transaxle mount and the transmission, tighten the transmission mount fasteners to the correct tightening specification.
1. Remove the washer solvent container.
2. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
3. Remove the left front wheel and tire assemblies.
4. Remove the left front fender liners.
5. Position the following items in order to support the transaxle:
^ A block of wood
^ A jack stand
6. Remove the transaxle mount through-bolt.
7. Remove the transaxle to engine block bolts.
8. Remove the front transaxle mount.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the front transaxle mount.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the front transaxle mount bolts.
Tighten the bolts to 75 Nm (60 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the front transaxle mount through-bolt.
Tighten the bolt to 60 Nm (44 ft. lbs.).
4. Install the left front fender liner.
5. Install the left front tire and the wheel assembly.
6. Remove the jack stand.
7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Install the washer solvent container.