Grand Prix V6-3.8L VIN K (1998)
Engine Mount: Service and Repair
Engine Mount Bracket Replacement
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
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Tools Required
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J 28467-B Universal Engine Support Fixture
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J 28467-90A Engine Support Adapters
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J 36462-A Engine Support Adapter Leg Set
1. Disconnect the battery ground (negative) cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure in Starting and Charging.
2. Carefully disconnect the throttle body air inlet duct.
3. Remove the engine mount struts. Refer to Engine Mount Strut Replacement (Left) and to Engine Mount Strut Replacement (Right).
4. Remove the drive belt. Refer to Drive Belt Replacement (L36 (VIN K)).
5. Install the J 28467-B, the J 28467-90A, and the J 36462-A. Refer to Engine Support Fixture.
IMPORTANT: Do not raise the engine.
6. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
7. Disconnect the catalytic converter from the right exhaust manifold. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement in Powertrain Management.
8. Remove the right front tire and wheel. Refer to Wheel Removal in Wheels and Tires.
9. Remove the right engine splash shield. Refer to Splash Shield Replacement - Engine in Body and Frame.
10. Disconnect the power steering oil cooler pipe brackets from the frame.
11. Remove the air conditioning compressor bracket bolts. Reposition and secure the air conditioning compressor.
12. Remove the engine mount lower nuts from the frame.
13. Lower the vehicle.
14. Use the J 28467-B in order to raise the engine. Refer to Engine Support Fixture.
15. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
16. Remove the left engine mount bracket bolts from the engine.