In these models the engine mounting system has three moulded mounts where the right and left mounts transform the power train torque and the rear mount supports the engine/transmission combination. Despite the fact that engine mounts can be practically trouble-free, if some them are broken or worn-out, they must be replaced instantly to avoid affecting other driveline components or worsening the rate of wear. To see the status of the mounts, might be done by lifting the rear of the engine thus off the mounts this can be done by placing the car securely on jack stands, placing jack under the oil pan and putting a wooden plank between the jack and the oil pan to avoid damaging the oil pan then you slowly jack up the engine. The mounts should be as checked for cracks, harden or separated rubber and any movement between the mount plates and the engine or frame. If there is such movement it is advisable to lower the engine and tighten the mount fasteners and apply rubber preservative to reduce rate of deterioration. For replacement, the negative battery cable has to be disconnected, the air filter and the housing will have to be also removed. To lift the engine, both left and right mounting nuts must be loosened at the same time to provide enough clearance to insert an engine hoist bar which is installed as a cross bar on the engine. Before hoisting the engine, the intake manifold and Camshaft Position sensor connectors should be disconnected together with any interference electrical connectors. Where applicable, the vehicle should be supported and other components such as the drive belt and the alternator have to be removed to allow for easy installation of the engine hoist, after which the engine can be lifted in order to do the mounts. The mounts may be then replaced, all the bolts and screws fastened properly and then the engine can be placed in its rightful position. Removal is the exact opposite of installation and it involves making sure that all electrical connectors and harness retainers where reconnected properly and other components were tightened properly. For the rear mount, the negative terminal of the battery has to be detached; the car has to be raised and placed on a jack stand securely. Floor jack should then be placed under the transmission so that the rear mount is relieved of weight while crossmember braces and fasteners should be unbolted. Rear engine/transmission mount should be removed from the vehicle along with its nuts and bolts and while reinstalling it the procedure is vice versa but all nuts and bolts should be tightened properly.
