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Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 2000 🢒 Regal 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Mechanical - 3.8L 🢒 Engine Mount Strut Bracket Replacement

Engine Mount Strut Bracket Replacement Upper Radiator Support

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 97613 Size: SH
  1. Remove the engine mount strut(s) from the engine mount strut bracket(s) at the upper radiator support. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Replacement .

    2. Object Number: 190494 Size: SH
  2. Remove the four bolts from the engine mount strut bracket to the upper radiator support.
  3. Remove the engine mount strut bracket from the upper radiator support.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 190494 Size: SH
  1. Position the engine mount strut bracket over the upper radiator support so the engine mount strut bracket and the engine mount strut are aligned. Align the engine mount strut bracket with the proper holes of the upper radiator support.

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the four bolts through the engine mount strut bracket to the upper radiator support.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the engine mount strut bracket bolts to 28 N·m (21 lb ft).


    Object Number: 97613 Size: SH
  3. Install the engine mount strut(s) to the engine mount strut bracket(s) at the upper radiator support. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Replacement .

Engine Mount Strut Bracket Replacement Left

Removal Procedure
  1. Drain the engine coolant from the cooling system. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling in Engine Cooling.
  2. Remove the engine coolant temperature sensor. Refer to Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.8L.
  3. Remove the radiator support clamp from the engine mount strut bolt.

    4. Object Number: 327466 Size: SH
  4. Remove the engine mount strut at the left engine mount strut bracket. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Replacement .

    5. Object Number: 35814 Size: SH
  5. Remove the engine mount strut bracket bolts.
  6. Remove the engine mount strut bracket.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 35814 Size: SH
  1. Install the engine mount strut bracket to the head.

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the engine mount strut bracket bolts.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the engine mount strut bracket bolts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).


    Object Number: 327466 Size: SH
  3. Install the engine mount strut to the left engine mount strut bracket. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Replacement .
  4. Install the radiator support clamp to the engine mount strut bolt.
  5. Install the engine coolant temperature sensor. Refer to Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.8L.
  6. Fill the cooling system with engine coolant. Refer to Cooling System Draining and Filling in Engine Cooling.

Engine Mount Strut Bracket Replacement Right Upper 3.8L L36

Removal Procedure
  1. Disconnect the battery ground (negative) cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in Engine Electrical.

    2. Object Number: 97620 Size: SH
  2. Remove the right engine mount strut at the upper engine mount strut bracket. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Replacement .

    3. Object Number: 327637 Size: SH
  3. Loosen the lower engine mount strut bracket nut.
  4. Remove the lower engine mount strut bracket bolts.
  5. Remove the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement .
  6. Remove the EVAP emissions canister purge valve. Refer to Evaporative Emission Canister Purge Solenoid Valve Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.8L.

    7. Object Number: 327736 Size: SH
  7. Remove the upper engine mount strut bracket bolts.
  8. Remove the upper engine mount strut bracket.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 97874 Size: SH
  1. Install the upper engine mount strut bracket.

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the upper engine mount strut bracket bolts.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the upper engine mount strut bracket bolts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

  3. Install the EVAP emissions canister purge valve. Refer to Evaporative Emission Canister Purge Solenoid Valve Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.8L.
  4. Install the fuel injector sight shield. Refer to Fuel Injector Sight Shield Replacement .

    5. Object Number: 327637 Size: SH
  5. Install the lower engine mount strut bracket bolts.
    6. • Tighten the lower engine mount strut bracket nut.

    Tighten
    Tighten the lower engine mount strut bracket nut to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).

    • Tighten the lower engine mount strut bracket bolts.

    Tighten
    Tighten the lower engine mount strut bracket bolts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).


    Object Number: 97620 Size: SH
  6. Install the right engine mount strut at the upper engine mount strut bracket. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Replacement .
  7. Connect the battery ground (negative) cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in Engine Electrical.

Engine Mount Strut Bracket Replacement Right Lower 3.8L L36

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 327637 Size: SH
  1. Disconnect the battery ground (negative) cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in Engine Electrical.
  2. Remove the lower engine mount strut bracket bolts.
  3. Remove the lower engine mount bracket nut.
  4. Remove the lower engine mount bracket.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 327637 Size: SH
  1. Install the lower engine mount bracket to the exhaust manifold stud and the upper engine mount strut bracket.

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the lower engine mount strut bracket bolts and nut.
    3. • 

    Tighten
    Tighten the lower engine mount bracket nut to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).

    • 

    Tighten
    Tighten the lower engine mount bracket bolts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

  3. Connect the battery ground (negative) cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in Engine Electrical.

Engine Mount Strut Bracket Replacement Right 3.8L L67

Removal Procedure
  1. Disconnect the battery ground (negative) cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in Engine Electrical.

    2. Object Number: 153564 Size: SH
  2. Remove the ignition coil. Refer to Ignition Coil Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.8L.
  3. Remove the supercharger drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .

    4. Object Number: 370453 Size: SH
  4. Remove the upper supercharger drive belt idler pulley. Refer to Drive Belt Idler Pulley Replacement .

    5. Object Number: 97873 Size: SH
  5. Remove the supercharger drive belt tensioner. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement .

    6. Object Number: 97620 Size: SH
  6. Remove the right engine mount strut at the right engine mount strut bracket. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Replacement .

    7. Object Number: 97874 Size: SH
  7. Remove the right engine mount strut bracket nuts and stud.
  8. Remove the right engine mount strut bracket from the cylinder head.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 97874 Size: SH
  1. Install the right engine mount strut bracket to the cylinder head.

    2. Object Number: 327852 Size: SH
  2. Install the electronic ignition module harness assembly to the stud, as shown.

    3. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the right engine mount strut bracket nuts and stud.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the right engine mount strut bracket nuts and stud to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).


    Object Number: 97620 Size: SH
  4. Install the right engine mount strut to the right engine mount strut bracket. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Replacement .

    5. Object Number: 97873 Size: SH
  5. Install the supercharger drive belt tensioner. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement .

    6. Object Number: 370453 Size: SH
  6. Install the upper supercharger drive belt idler pulley. Refer to Drive Belt Idler Pulley Replacement .
  7. Install the supercharger drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement .

    8. Object Number: 153564 Size: SH
  8. Install the ignition coil. Refer to Ignition Coil Replacement in Engine Controls - 3.8L.
  9. Connect the battery ground (negative) cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in Engine Electrical.