Engine Mount LH: Removal

2021 Ford Edge SE, 4WDSECTION Removal
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4x2/4x4Β 

  1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. Refer to: Jacking and Lifting - Overview .
  2. Disconnect the battery ground cable. Refer to: Battery Disconnect and Connect .
  3. Remove the following items:

    1. Air cleaner. Refer to: Air Cleaner .
    2. LH (left hand) air cleaner outlet pipe. Refer to: Air Cleaner Outlet Pipe LH .
    3. LH CAC intake pipe. Refer to: Charge Air Cooler (CAC) Intake Pipe .
    4. CAC (charge air cooler) outlet pipe. Refer to: Charge Air Cooler (CAC) Outlet Pipe .

  4. NOTE: Only use hand tools when removing or installing the engine mount-to-frame bolts or damage to the engine mount-to-frame nut plate can occur.

    Remove and discard the engine mount-to-frame bolts.

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  5. NOTE: If equipped.

    Remove the fasteners and the underbody shield.

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  6. NOTE: If equipped.

    Remove the bolts and the skid plate.

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  7. NOTE: If equipped.

    Remove the fasteners and the underbody shield.

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  8. NOTE: Make sure that the mating faces are clean and free of foreign material.

    Remove the exhaust Y-pipe dual catalytic converter-to-exhaust intermediate pipe bolts and separate.

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  9. NOTE: Only use hand tools when removing the transmission mount-to-crossmember nuts or damage to the transmission mount can occur.

    Loosen the transmission mount-to-crossmember nuts.

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    4x4Β 

  10. Remove the front drive shaft. Refer to: Front Driveshaft .
  11. Using a holding device, hold the steering wheel in the straight-ahead position.
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    1. WARNING: Install a new steering column shaft bolt. Reuse could result in bolt failure and loss of vehicle control. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious injury to vehicle occupant(s).

      Remove and discard the steering column shaft bolt.

    2. Separate the steering column shaft U-joint from the steering gear.
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  12. Remove the steering gear boot.
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  13. Using an adjustable stand, support the front axle. Use the General Equipment: Vehicle/Axle Stands
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  14. Remove and discard the lower front axle carrier mounting bushing bolt.
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  15. Remove and discard the axle shaft housing carrier bushing nut and the bolt.
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  16. NOTE: After loosening the bolt, it may be necessary to reposition the axle assembly to prevent interference with the steering components when removing the bolt.

    Remove and discard the upper front axle carrier mounting bushing nut and the bolt.

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  17. Using an adjustable stand, lower the axle to allow clearance for the engine mount to be removed. Use the General Equipment: Vehicle/Axle Stands
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    4x2Β 

  18. Remove and discard the stabilizer bar bracket nuts.

    • Allow the stabilizer bar to swing downward.

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    4x2/4x4Β 

  19. NOTE: Only use hand tools when removing the engine mount nuts, stud bolts or damage to the engine mount can occur.

    Remove and discard the RH engine mount nuts.

    • Remove the studs.

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  20. NOTE: Only use hand tools when loosening the engine mount through bolts or damage to the engine mount-to-cylinder block bracket can occur.

    Remove and discard the LH engine mount through bolt.

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    1. Position an adjustable stand under the rear of the engine. Use the General Equipment: Vehicle/Axle Stands
    2. Raise the engine 50 mm (2 in).
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  21. Using a twisting motion, remove the LH engine mount.
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    1. Inspect the engine mount-to-frame nut plate for thread damage.
    2. If the nut plate is damaged, remove and discard the engine mount-to-frame nut plate.
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  22. Remove the bolts and the engine mount-to-cylinder block bracket.

    • Discard the bolts.

    • Clean the engine mount-to-cylinder block and engine mount-to-frame mating surfaces of any dirt or foreign material prior to installation.

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

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.