How to fit vibratechnics engine mount?

[JoeMarano]

What will I need to do and what problems am i likely to encounter?

Drivers side...

 

[Rubicon_]

Jack and block under the engine to support it then it's just remove the upper engine bracket (3 bolts) and then remove the engine mount (4 bolts) and reverse with new mount.

Easy job.

 

[JoeMarano]

So jack under the sump?

 

[JoeMarano]

Theres no risks in me doing it?

 

[imprezaworks]

If in doubt take it to someone. Ive never replaced one but would be happy to give it a blast, and im crap.

 

[Jekyll]

It's as easy as Arran said. There will be no risks if you jack it up on the sump with a block of wood to take the weight of the engine. The bolts come straight off and the mount will be free then reverse it once your new mount is in place.

 

[JoeMarano]

So tighten it all up and then take the jack away?

 

[bozothenutter]

Don't tighten it ip completely.
Just so it's in place and will stay there.
Then drop the car on its wheels and let it idle for a bit so it can find its natural position.
Then tighten it up.

 

[seanybaby1788]

Sorry to dig this up guys but is there a particular torque that needs to be applied to the bolts?

 

[seanybaby1788]

@Dr Jekyll
@bozothenutter

 

[Ol’ Tarby]

Sorry to dig this up guys but is there a particular torque that needs to be applied to the bolts?

There's a torque guide for 99% of bolts on the Clio, in the guides section

 

[Matt e]

6.2 daN.nm = 62Nm

 

[seanybaby1788]

Thanks dudes

 

[Mr Plums]

Untill tight.

 

[MattJB]

Is it just as simple for the mount under the battery? Sure I'll figure it out when I come to do it but might as well get a heads up to any useful tips.

Got excited because @massivewangers ordered some, so @Russ_16v now has an order from me too.

 

[massiveCoRbyn]

Don't blame me man.

It's your fault I bought my car in the first place....

 

[Jekyll]

The gearbox one is harder. Access is the main thing but it's doable and is no really big issue if you have basic knowledge.

 

[Russ_16v]

Is it just as simple for the mount under the battery? Sure I'll figure it out when I come to do it but might as well get a heads up to any useful tips.

Got excited because @massivewangers ordered some, so @Russ_16v now has an order from me too.

Thank you dude! Really appreciate it

 

[seanybaby1788]

The gearbox one is harder. Access is the main thing but it's doable and is no really big issue if you have basic knowledge.

Can you elaborate please good sir?

Do you need to support anything when removing the old mount?

Is it a case of simply removing battery to gain access and replace?

@Dr Jekyll

 

[masekwm]

I don't think I supported the gearbox as the dog bone is in place,

Remove battery, remove two bolts securing mount and then remove spindle nut.

Place the new mount over the spindle and push down, you may need to tap it down with a large socket. Do up until tight

 

[Amos91]

You'll want to support it with a jack to start with. If you can't get the bolt out of the mount (obvious when you do it) then drop it slightly.

 

[Jekyll]

:smile:

As mentioned in PM's but it may help others, I'd advise to remove the airbox, battery, gearbox mount cage and gearbox cage bracket rather than trying to undo the gearbox mount. The bolt under the ecu and at the side underneath the battery can be a bit fiddly but you'll have all the sockets and extensions in your halfords box.

It will be easier to remove and fit the new gearbox mount once the cage is off as you'll have access to the top and bottom of it for the pin nuts and gearbox mount nylocs. By all means try the otherway but although this way seems long winded, I think it'll be easier for you in the long run.

Not the best pic but you get the idea.


Blurry pic of gearbox cage removed by Dr-Jekyll, on Flickr

Drivers side is easy peasy but gearbox is time consuming. Make sure you have a jack with some wood under the sump before you start and set yourself a few hours.

@seanybaby1788

This was Whatcom wrote on @dann2707 thread as he bought my old mounts. He'll be able to give you a heads up too.

 

[nd-photo.nl]

I don't think I supported the gearbox as the dog bone is in place,

Remove battery, remove two bolts securing mount and then remove spindle nut.

Place the new mount over the spindle and push down, you may need to tap it down with a large socket. Do up until tight

Jep, followed the same procedure, but I did support the gearbox just to be sure. Replacing the top two mounts on the Clio was an easy job compared to my old Seat Leon.

 

[seanybaby1788]

Dudddessss, im planning to fit the gearbox mount over the weekend (weather dependant). What tools will i need to get cracking?
Middle spindle nut looks like i might need a deep 18mm socket?