Engine Mount Tightening Procedure (V6): Procedure

2018 Acura TLX Base, 2.4L EngSECTION Procedure
NOTE: Reinstall the mounting bolts and support nuts in the sequence given in the following steps. Failure to follow this sequence may cause excessive noise and vibration, and reduce engine mount life.
  1. Jack - Remove
  2. Engine/Transmission Mount - Tightening Procedure
    NOTE:
    • When the front or rear engine mount is removed, loosen all bolts and nuts of and first before tightening. Then tightening all bolts and nuts in the sequence as 's and , 's and , 's , 's and , and then 's .
    • When any mounts other than the front and the rear engine mounts are removed, only tighten the mount you just removed in the sequence listed below.

    Tightening Sequence 

    Mount Removed  Mount Tightening Sequence 
    Front and rear engine mount: , , , , and
    Lower Transmission Mount:
    Side Engine Mount:
    Upper Transmission Mount:

    Tightening Torque 

    Mount No.  Mount Name  Mount Bolt/Nut Tightening Sequence 
    Front Engine Mount - Refer to: Front Engine Mount Removal and Installation (V6) . 54 N.m

    (5.5 kgf.m, 40 lbf.ft)

    Replace.

    54 N.m

    (5.5 kgf.m, 40 lbf.ft)

    Replace.

    64 N.m

    (6.5 kgf.m, 47 lbf.ft)

    Replace.

    Rear Engine Mount - Refer to: Rear Engine Mount Removal and Installation (V6) . 44 N.m

    (4.5 kgf.m, 32 lbf.ft)

    Replace.

    54 N.m

    (5.5 kgf.m, 40 lbf.ft)

    Replace.

    64 N.m

    (6.5 kgf.m, 47 lbf.ft)

    Replace.

    Lower Transmission Mount - Refer to: Upper Transmission Mount Removal and Installation (V6),  or Lower Transmission Mount Removal and Installation (V6) . 54 N.m

    (5.5 kgf.m, 40 lbf.ft)

    Replace.

    44 N.m

    (4.5 kgf.m, 32 lbf.ft)

     
    Side Engine Mount - Refer to: Side Engine Mount Removal and Installation (V6) . 64 N.m

    (6.5 kgf.m, 47 lbf.ft)

    Replace.

    54 N.m

    (5.5 kgf.m, 40 lbf.ft)

    Replace.

    64 N.m

    (6.5 kgf.m, 47 lbf.ft)

    Replace.

    Upper Transmission Mount - Refer to: Upper Transmission Mount Removal and Installation (V6),  or Lower Transmission Mount Removal and Installation (V6) . 54 N.m

    (5.5 kgf.m, 40 lbf.ft)

    Replace.

    59 N.m

    (6.0 kgf.m, 44 lbf.ft)

    Replace.

     
    Fig 1: Engine And Transmission Mounts Tightening Sequences With Torque Specifications (V6)
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
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