2003 Mazda MPV LXFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Engine Mount Member Installation Note

  1. Position the direction indicator on engine mount member bushings facing toward the front side, and install the bushings onto the engine mount member.
  2. To install the engine mount member, put the No. 2 engine mount stud bolts through the engine mount member installation holes.
    Fig 1: Identifying Engine Mounting Rubber
    G01883456Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the engine mount member bolts A and nuts A.

    Tightening torque 

    A: 64-89 N.m {6.5-9.1 kgf.m, 47-65 ft.lbf} 

  4. Loosely tighten the No. 2 engine mount nuts B and C.
  5. Remove the SSTs  (engine support).
  6. Tighten the No. 2 engine mount nuts B and C.

    Tightening torque 

    B: 67-93 N.m {6.8-9.5 kgf.m, 50-68 ft.lbf} 

    C: 85-116 N.m {8.7-11.9 kgf.m, 63-85 ft.lbf} 

    Fig 2: Installing Engine Mount Member
    G01883457Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
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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.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.