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: 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 LH engine mount-to-frame bolts.

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  3. If equipped, remove the bolts and the transmission housing cover.
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  4. NOTE: Vehicles come with an underbody shield or a skid plate.

    If equipped, remove the bolts and the underbody shield.

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  5. 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 

  6. Remove the bolts and the LH heat shield.
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  7. Remove the front driveshaft. Refer to: Front Driveshaft .

    4x2/4x4Β 

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

    • Make sure that the mating faces are clean and free of foreign material.

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

    • Make sure that the mating faces are clean and free of foreign material.

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

    • Make sure that the mating faces are clean and free of foreign material.

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  8. 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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  9. 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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  10. 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.