Notice: Refer to Engine Mounting Notice in the Preface section.
- Raise the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
.
- Inspect for loose or missing bolts at the following locations:
| • | The engine mount bracket to the engine |
| • | The engine mount to the frame |
- Replace loose or missing bolts. Refer to the following procedures:
- Remove the starter, when checking the right side only. Refer to
Starter Motor Replacement
.
Notice: When raising or supporting the engine for any reason, do
not use a jack under the oil pan, any sheet metal, or the crankshaft pulley.
Lifting the engine in an unapproved manner may cause component damage.
- Using a jack on the square tab at the rear of the engine block raise the engine in order to complete the following tasks:
| • | Remove weight from the engine mount. |
| • | Place a slight tension on the rubber cushion. |
| • | Observe the engine mount while raising the engine. |
- Replace the engine mount if the following conditions exist:
| • | Heat check cracks cover the hard rubber surface. |
| • | The rubber cushion is separated from the metal plate of the engine mount. |
| • | There is a split through the rubber cushion. |
- Lower the vehicle.
