Removal Procedure
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
in General Information.
- Remove the left front tire and wheel.
- Remove the left engine splash shield. Refer to
Engine Splash Shield Replacement
in Body Front End.
- Use a utility stand with a block of wood in order to support the
transaxle.
- Remove the transaxle mount
upper nuts.
- Remove the transaxle mount
bracket bolts.
- Remove the transaxle mount bracket.
Installation Procedure
- Position the transaxle mount bracket.
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.
- Install the transaxle
mount bracket bolts.
Tighten
Start with the forward lower bolt and work clockwise to tighten the
transaxle mount bracket bolts to 95 N·m (70 lb ft).
- Remove the utility stand.
- Install the transaxle
mount upper nuts.
Tighten
Tighten the transaxle mount upper nuts to 47 N·m (35 lb ft).
- Install the left engine splash shield. Refer to
Engine Splash Shield Replacement
in Body Front End.
- Install the left front tire and wheel.
- Lower the vehicle.