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. NOTE: RH shown, LH similar.

    Index-mark the hood hinge location to aid in hood installation.

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  3. Remove the nuts and the hood.
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  4. NOTE: LH shown, RH similar.

    1. Release the clip.
    2. Detach and position the hood shock aside.

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  5. Remove the upper intake manifold. Refer to: Upper Intake ManifoldΒ .
  6. Remove the PCV tube.
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  7. Remove the LH engine lift eye.
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  8. Install Special Service Tool: 303-1245 Engine Lift Eye.

    Torque: 18 lb.ft (24 Nm)

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  9. Remove the oil level indicator.
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  10. Disconnect the high-pressure fuel pump wiring harness electrical connector.
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  11. NOTE: When removing the high-pressure fuel pump noise insulator, spreading the openings will reduce the risk of damage.

    Remove the high-pressure fuel pump noise insulator.

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  12. Using a D-ring, install the special tool. Install Special Service Tool: 303-1454 Engine Spreader Bar.
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  13. Install Special Service Tool: 303-F070 Support Bar, Engine.
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  14. If equipped, remove the bolts and the transmission housing cover.
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  15. NOTE: Vehicles come with an underbody shield or a skid plate.

    If equipped, remove the bolts and the underbody shield.

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  16. NOTE: Vehicles come with an underbody shield or a skid plate.

    If equipped, remove the bolts and the skid plate.

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    4x4Β 

  17. Remove the front driveshaft. Refer to: Front Driveshaft .

    4x2/4x4Β 

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

    Remove and discard the LH catalytic converter-to-exhaust manifold nuts.

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

    Remove and discard the RH catalytic converter-to-exhaust manifold nuts.

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  21. 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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  22. NOTE: Only use hand tools when removing the engine mount nuts, studs or damage to the engine mount can occur.

    • Remove and discard the RH engine mount nuts.

    • Remove the RH engine mount studs.

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  23. NOTE: Only use hand tools when loosening or tightening the engine mount through bolts or damage to the engine mount-to-cylinder block bracket can occur.
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When to See a Mechanic

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.