Transmission Mount: Service and Repair

Automatic Transmission Mount Replacement

Removal Procedure





Important: In order to avoid oil pan 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. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the left front wheel and tire assembly.
3. Remove the left front fender liner.
4. Install a jackstand and a block of wood to support the transaxle.





5. Remove the expansion bolt from the transmission mount.





6. Remove the transmission mount bolts.
7. Remove the mount.

Installation Procedure
1. Transfer the mount bracket to the new mount.
2. Position the mount and start the bolts into the threads.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions





3. Tighten the mount bolts.
Tighten the bolts to 66 Nm (41 ft. lbs.).





4. Install the mount expansion bolt.
Tighten the bolt to 55 Nm (41 ft. lbs.).





5. Remove the jackstand and the wood block.
6. install the left fender liner.
7. Install the left tire and wheel assembly
8. Lower the vehicle.