Insulator, Engine Mount, Rear: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Jeep Cherokee. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to HOISTING, STANDARD PROCEDURE .
- If equipped, remove the skid plate. Refer to PLATE, SKID, TRANSMISSION, REMOVAL
.NOTE:
Do not reuse the torque strut (rear engine mount) to cradle nut (2). If removed, a new fastener must be installed and tightened to specifications.
- Remove and discard the torque strut (rear engine mount) to cradle nut (2).
- Remove the torque strut bolt (2).
- Remove the torque strut to transmission bracket through bolt and nut (4).
- Position the engine forward to allow the torque strut to be removed from the torque strut bracket (5).NOTE:
The exhaust system can remain intact. Carefully pry the engine forward enough to clear the bracket but not to overextend the exhaust hangers.
- Remove torque strut (rear engine mount) (3).