Transmission Mount Replacement-Front
INSPECTION PROCEDURE1. Pull up and down on the transaxle case while observing the front lower transaxle mount.
2. Replace a mount when the following conditions occur:
3. The rubber separates from the metal case
4. If movement occurs between the metal plate of the mount and its attaching point, tighten the mount bolts.
^ Tighten the bolts to 75 Nm (55 ft. lbs.).
NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
use a screw jack in order to raise the transaxle enough to take pressure off of the motor mounts.
CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Service Precautions.
2. Remove the left front tire and the wheel assembly. Refer to Wheel Removal in Tires and Wheels.
3. Remove the left front splash shield. Refer to Splash Shield Replacement - Wheelhouse in Body Front End.
4. Remove the front transaxle mount bolts.
5. Remove the front transaxle mount.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the front transaxle mount.
2. Install the front transaxle mount bolts.
^ Tighten the bolts to 60 Nm (44 ft. lbs.).
NOTICE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
3. Install the left front splash shield. Refer to Splash Shield Replacement - Wheelhouse in Body Front End.
4. Install the left front tire and the wheel assembly. Refer to Wheel Installation in Tires and Wheels.
5. Remove J 28467-360.
6. Connect the negative battery cable.