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Engine Mount Strut Bracket Replacement Upper Radiator Support

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 61848  Size: SH
  1. Remove the engine mount strut from the engine mount strut bracket at the upper radiator support. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Bracket Replacement .

  2. Object Number: 190491  Size: SH
  3. Remove the horizontal bolt from the engine mount strut bracket.
  4. Remove the vertical bolts from the engine mount strut bracket.
  5. Remove the engine mount strut bracket from the upper radiator support.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 339499  Size: SH
  1. Position the engine mount strut bracket over the upper radiator support. Make sure that the engine mount strut bracket and the engine mount strut are aligned to the proper holes of the upper radiator support.
  2. Install and finger tighten the engine mount strut bracket bolts.
  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.

  4. Tighten the horizontal bolt (1) to the engine mount strut bracket.
  5. Tighten
    Tighten the engine mount strut bracket bolt (1) to 26 N·m (19 lb ft).

  6. Tighten the vertical bolts (2) to the engine mount strut bracket.
  7. Tighten
    Tighten the engine mount strut bracket bolts (2) to 26 N·m (19 lb ft).


    Object Number: 61848  Size: SH
  8. Install the engine mount strut to the engine mount strut bracket at the upper radiator support. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Bracket Replacement .

Engine Mount Strut Bracket Replacement Left

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 96264  Size: SH
  1. Remove the engine mount strut from the left engine mount strut bracket. Refer to Engine Mount Bracket Replacement .

  2. Object Number: 61845  Size: SH
  3. Remove the engine mount strut bracket bolts from the left engine mount strut bracket to the cylinder head.
  4. Remove the left engine mount strut bracket.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 61845  Size: SH
  1. Install the left 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.

  3. Install the engine mount strut bracket bolts through the engine mount strut bracket to the cylinder head.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the engine mount strut bracket bolts to 70 N·m (52 lb ft).


    Object Number: 96264  Size: SH
  5. Install the engine mount strut to the left engine mount strut bracket. Refer to Engine Mount Bracket Replacement .

Engine Mount Strut Bracket Replacement Right

Removal Procedure

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

  2. Object Number: 325830  Size: SH
  3. Remove the right engine mount strut from the right engine mount strut bracket. Refer to Engine Mount Bracket Replacement .
  4. Remove the air conditioning compressor mounting bolts. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement in HVAC.
  5. Remove and set the air conditioning compressor aside.

  6. Object Number: 54655  Size: SH
  7. Remove the vertical bolt from the right engine mount strut bracket.
  8. Remove the right engine mount strut bracket.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 54655  Size: SH
  1. Position the right engine mount strut bracket over the pin locator.
  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.

  3. Install the vertical bolt through the right engine mount strut bracket to the cylinder head.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the engine mount strut bracket bolt to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

  5. Install the air conditioning compressor. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement in HVAC.
  6. Install the air conditioning compressor mounting bolts. Refer to Air Conditioning Compressor Replacement in HVAC.

  7. Object Number: 325830  Size: SH
  8. Install the right engine mount strut to the right engine mount strut bracket. Refer to Engine Mount Bracket Replacement .
  9. Connect the battery ground (negative) cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection in Engine Electrical.