Engine Mount Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 GMC Sonoma, 2003 GMC Jimmy, 2003 Chevrolet S10 Pickup, and 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Refer to ENGINE MOUNTING NOTICE
in Cautions and Notices.
- Raise the vehicle. Refer to JACKING AND LIFTING in General Information.
- 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
- Replace missing or loose bolts. Refer to Engine Mount Replacement - Left
or Engine Mount Replacement - Right
.
NOTE: Refer to ENGINE LIFTING NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
- In order to access the square tab on the right side of the engine remove the starter. Refer to STARTER MOTOR
in Starter.
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.
- 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 in Starter.
- Lower the vehicle.