Engine Mount: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Ford Econoline, 2008 Ford E450 Super Duty, and 2008 Ford Cutaway. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING AND LIFTING article.
- Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING AND CABLES article.
- Remove the cooling fan stator. For additional information, refer to ENGINE COOLING article.
- Remove the A/C compressor. For additional information, refer to CLIMATE CONTROL article.
- Remove the 2 power steering pump upper mounting bolts.
- Remove the LH fan stator stand-off.
- Remove the 2 bolts and position the power steering pump aside.
- Remove the RH fan stator stand-off. Remove the bolt and position the cable aside.
- Remove and discard the 2 exhaust flange nuts.
- Remove the 4 motor mount-to-crossmember nuts.
- Remove the upper motor mount studs.
- Loosen the 8 motor mount-to-motor mount plate bolts for each motor mount.
- Install the Adapter.
- Install the Engine Lifting Attachment and Heavy Duty Floor Crane.
- Raise the engine.
- Support the engine with jackstands or other suitable devices.
- Remove the 8 motor mount-to-motor mount plate bolts and the motor mounts.
NOTE:
The front bolt will remain in the power steering pump.
NOTE:
Use care when raising the engine to avoid engine or body damage.