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Engine Mount Inspection

NOTE: Refer to ENGINE MOUNTING NOTICE .
  1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE .
  2. Inspect for loose or missing bolts at the following locations:
    • The engine mount to the engine
    • The engine mount to the engine mount frame bracket through-bolts
    • The engine mount frame bracket to the frame
  3. Replace missing or loose bolts. Refer to Engine Mount Replacement - Left  or Engine Mount Replacement - Right .
    Fig 1: Engine Mount Through-Bolt & Nut
    G01660970Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to ENGINE LIFTING NOTICE .
  4. In order to access the square tab on the right side of the engine remove the starter. Refer to STARTER MOTOR .

    Using a jack on the square tab at the rear of the engine block (left side shown the right side requires removal of the starter) 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.
    5. Fig 2: Square Tab At Rear Of Engine Block
    G01660971Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. 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.
    • Replace the starter, if removed. Refer to STARTER MOTOR .
  6. Lower the vehicle.
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