Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Engine and Transmission Mount Balancing - All Mounts




Engine and Transmission Mount Balancing - All Mounts

Note: Follow the balance procedure steps listed below. Powertrain mounts must be tightened in sequence.




1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair).
2. Loosen the front transaxle mount through bolt.




3. Loosen the rear transaxle mount through bolt.
4. Lower the vehicle.
5. Position two floor jacks with wood blocks under the engine and transaxle in order to support the powertrain assembly.




6. Loosen the transaxle mount to transaxle bolts.




7. Loosen the engine mount to bracket bolts.
8. Reposition both floor jacks in order to allow a 1/8 inch gap between the mount and bracket.





Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

9. Tighten the transaxle mount to transaxle bolts in the sequence shown to 45 Nm (33 lb ft).




10. Tighten the engine mount to bracket bolts in the sequence shown to 50 Nm (37 lb ft).
11. Remove the floor jacks from under the oil pan.
12. Shake the powertrain vigorously from front to rear and allow the powertrain to settle.
13. Raise the vehicle.




14. Tighten the rear transaxle mount through bolt to 100 Nm (74 lb ft).




15. Tighten the front transaxle mount through bolt to 100 Nm (74 lb ft).
16. Lower the vehicle.