Engine Mounts how much should it cost to replace 3 engine and 1 transmission mounts on 01 honda civic ex?
i just had my struts replaced and the mechanic told me that 3 engine mounts and 1 transmission mount was loose. so i was wondering what might cause this to happen and how much it would cost to fix. the mechanic quoted me $582. thank you
This is quite a common problem for hondas based upon the movement of the engine, in relation to the direction it's facing. The engine moves forward and backwards, where as the 2 side mounts are better suited for holding it from flexing left and right, NOT forward and backward. BUT any car with the same engine set up will also have this problem.
As for price that price is a little high but it's not too off. A good deal of work goes into replacing the rear motor mount. the side mounts are very easy to replace though.
You have to figure shops charge on the average 60-80 dollars an hour for labor and the rear mount will say by the book it should take around 2 hours if not more.
How to Replace Motor Mounts : How to Support the Engine when Replacing Motor Mounts
Mark all wiring and hoses for installation reference. Also, be sure they do not contact other wiring or hoses or interfere with other parts .
On models equipped with radio coded theft protection system, refer to Vehicle Damage Warnings for system disarming and arming procedures. On models equipped with airbag system, refer to Technician Safety Information for system disarming and arming procedures. Disconnect battery ground cable, then the positive cable. Remove radiator cap, then raise and support vehicle. Remove front tires and wheels, then the engine splash shield. Drain coolant, transaxle fluid and engine oil. Reinstall drain plugs using new washers.Do not overtighten drain plugs .
Lower vehicle, then open hood as far as possible and secure. Remove underhood ABS fuse/relay box. Remove air intake hose, resonator and air cleaner assembly. Relieve fuel pressure as described under Technician Safety Information . Disconnect fuel feed hose and charcoal canister hose from intake manifold. Remove throttle cable by loosening locknut, then slip cable end out of throttle linkage. Disconnect engine electrical harness connectors on left side of engine compartment. Disconnect fuel return hose and brake booster vacuum hose. Disconnect engine electrical harness connectors and clamps on right side of engine compartment.
Disconnect battery and starter cables from underhood fuse/relay box, then remove ABS power cable from battery terminal. Disconnect engine ground cable on cylinder head, then remove power steering belt and pump. Do not disconnect power steering hoses. Remove A/C belt and compressor. Do not disconnect A/C hoses. Remove transaxle ground cable and ATF cooler lines on automatic transaxles. Disconnect radiator and heater hoses from engine. Raise and support vehicle, then remove exhaust pipe and stay. On models with automatic transaxle , disconnect shift control cable at transaxle. On models with manual transaxle , remove clutch slave cylinder, then disconnect pipe/hose assembly. Do not disconnect clutch hose assembly . Disconnect shift rod and extension rod.
Remove damper fork, then disconnect suspension lower arm ball joint. Remove driveshafts, then lower vehicle. Tie plastic bags over driveshaft ends for protection. Attach suitable engine lifting equipment, then raise engine slightly to remove load on engine mounts. Remove front engine mounts and brackets, then the rear engine mounting brackets. Perform the following: Remove cruise control actuator. Remove support nuts and bolt, then the mount bolt. Remove side engine mount. Remove transaxle mount nuts, then loosen mount bolt and pivot transaxle side mount out of the way.
Ensure engine is free of hoses and electrical connectors, then remove engine from vehicle. Engine Mount Tightening Sequence
Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
When installing driveshafts, use new spring clips and ensure driveshafts click into groove in differential. After refilling cooling system, bleed air from cooling system at bleed bolt with heater valve open. Adjust all control cables as required. On models equipped with radio coded theft protection system, refer to Vehicle Damage Warnings for system disarming and arming procedures. On models equipped with airbag system, refer to Technician Safety Information for system disarming and arming procedures.
im not trying to be mean or anything, but d17a1,a2, and a3 gain very little from all three. maybe around 5 horsepower or so, sad to say, but our engines dont respnd well to bolt ons. so we didnt gain 12-15. but at least we gained something =)
Call your nearest Advance Auto Parts store and ask them.
im not trying to be mean or anything, but d17a1,a2, and a3 gain very little from all three. maybe around 5 horsepower or so, sad to say, but our engines dont respnd well to bolt ons. so we didnt gain 12-15. but at least we gained something =)