02-03 motor mount how-to??
#2
There are four mounts on the motor, front and rear, left and right. I assume you are only replacing the front and rear, so even if you drop the crossmember with the front and rear mounts, the motor will be held up by the side two. You don't need anything supporting it. If you want to be extra safe, use an extra jack under it.
http://forums.maxima.org/5th-generat...ount-swap.html
http://forums.maxima.org/5th-generat...placement.html
http://www.digitalpolo.com/2002Maxim...n/MotorMounts/
Here's a rough writeup:
I think I got everything...
http://forums.maxima.org/5th-generat...ount-swap.html
http://forums.maxima.org/5th-generat...placement.html
http://www.digitalpolo.com/2002Maxim...n/MotorMounts/
Here's a rough writeup:
- Jack up car and support on stands
- Unbolt the bolts that go through the front and rear motor mount inserts
- Unbolt crossmember, making sure you are ready for it to come down so you don't drop it on your face
- Remove motor mount brackets from crossmember
- Find a shop with a machine press to press out old inserts, or torch out the old inserts and hammer out the metal sleeve
- Press new inserts in
- Reinstall motor mount brackets
- Reinstall crossmember
- Profit????
I think I got everything...
Last edited by Puppetmaster; 02-10-2009 at 10:22 AM.
#3
#8
What are the DIY'ers using to press in the new mounts?
I bought mounts last summer and have not gotten them in. The mounts are getting really bad. Thoughts are to use a bench vice and some lube to get them in.
I bought mounts last summer and have not gotten them in. The mounts are getting really bad. Thoughts are to use a bench vice and some lube to get them in.
#9
I don't think ES wants you to use any lube with their mounts, I had them pressed in at a local machine shop for 10 bucks took them like 10 min. and boom bam done, i used a pneumatic chisel to break the thin metal ring surrounding the rubber, then just tapped them out with a hammer
#11
I have read that you need to use manual motor mounts for this job. I have an auto and would rather not have to source manual mounts at the junk yard. ES's web page doesn't mention that the mounts are manual specific. Does anyone know why I couldn't use auto mounts?
#12
Edit: I should note that I'm referring to differences on the front and rear mounts between AT and MT cars. If I'm not mistaken, right and left mounts are all the same.
Last edited by Nelsito65; 09-27-2009 at 02:12 PM.
#14
The ES mounts are inserts only, and they only insert into the man mount. If you replace the at mount to a oem mt mount, that will bolt up no problom. I did it myself, and the new oem mt mount was like 90.00 each from the dealer. Unless you really want the ES inserts, this is a great way to go.
#15
My Max is AT and is one of the install that was done by knight_yyz, this is pic of the cross member that knight picked up and fashioned an insert for the front larger mount so the ES bushing could be pressed in.
He replaced both the front and rear with ES bushings and all the sub bushings
He picked up for me a full cross member with the mounts, and did all the prep work on it, removing the old bushing pressing in the custom fitted insert and then pressing in the new ES bushings, jacked up my car dropped down my cross member and installed the replacement ... and mine became the cross member to be re-fitted for the next guy.
My engine sits in like a rock now under full load and all the power is now sent straight to the wheel and ground, no more wheel hop ... this for me was one of the best performance mod and was done with great craftsmanship by knight_yyz
He replaced both the front and rear with ES bushings and all the sub bushings
He picked up for me a full cross member with the mounts, and did all the prep work on it, removing the old bushing pressing in the custom fitted insert and then pressing in the new ES bushings, jacked up my car dropped down my cross member and installed the replacement ... and mine became the cross member to be re-fitted for the next guy.
My engine sits in like a rock now under full load and all the power is now sent straight to the wheel and ground, no more wheel hop ... this for me was one of the best performance mod and was done with great craftsmanship by knight_yyz
#16
Can someone clarify as to what I need?
I have a 2002 max auto:
1) If I want to replace my mounts (radiator side and rear) do I also need the manual trans cross member or just the manual mounts?
2) Since my car is auto and has the electronic mounts, what happens to that electrical plug if I use manual mounts?
3)I can use any mount from a 96-03 for the front on my car either auto or manual?
4)As for the rear mount I need to stick to 02-03?
5)btw, I was told I need the mount behind the radiator and the mount by the firewall, is that what this thread is about or am I lost? (I do not know which are left and right side mounts)
thanks..........
I have a 2002 max auto:
1) If I want to replace my mounts (radiator side and rear) do I also need the manual trans cross member or just the manual mounts?
2) Since my car is auto and has the electronic mounts, what happens to that electrical plug if I use manual mounts?
3)I can use any mount from a 96-03 for the front on my car either auto or manual?
4)As for the rear mount I need to stick to 02-03?
5)btw, I was told I need the mount behind the radiator and the mount by the firewall, is that what this thread is about or am I lost? (I do not know which are left and right side mounts)
thanks..........
Last edited by 02_Maxima_6sd; 12-15-2009 at 05:59 AM.
#17
First you need to know are both front and back mounts elec.? Both of mine were, but I have herd that on some cars only 1 is. What do you want to do? Install ES mounts or oem? I think most of use just chaged the frt/bk mounts only. I unplugged both of mine, and there just hanging there with no problom, but I have read that some people have claimed it caused a problom. You are "02 Maxima 6sp" but you have a auto?
#18
I use to own a 2002 6sd then sold it and bought an Auto 2002, so I kept the login name. I was told I need the mount behind the radiator and the mount by the firewall, but am not sure if this thread pertains to what I need. I see people state left and right mounts but am confused which left/right is their perspective. I was not aware that they were electric mounts until reading up on it from a few threads. I would like to go with the ES inserts.
The mount facing the right tire is brand new (where the belts and pulleys are) is that considered right to left?
The mount facing the right tire is brand new (where the belts and pulleys are) is that considered right to left?
#19
I use to own a 2002 6sd then sold it and bought an Auto 2002, so I kept the login name. I was told I need the mount behind the radiator and the mount by the firewall, but am not sure if this thread pertains to what I need. I see people state left and right mounts but am confused which left/right is their perspective. I was not aware that they were electric mounts until reading up on it from a few threads. I would like to go with the ES inserts.
The mount facing the right tire is brand new (where the belts and pulleys are) is that considered right to left?
The mount facing the right tire is brand new (where the belts and pulleys are) is that considered right to left?
#21
i'm wondering the same thing. if its possible to use a m/t front mount from 95-03.. i was looking at part numbers for the mounts and i found 2 different part numbers.. 11270-40U03 and 11270-40U00.. 2 different part numbers but are the parts the same?
#25
There are four mounts on the motor, front and rear, left and right. I assume you are only replacing the front and rear, so even if you drop the crossmember with the front and rear mounts, the motor will be held up by the side two. You don't need anything supporting it. If you want to be extra safe, use an extra jack under it.
http://forums.maxima.org/5th-generat...ount-swap.html
http://forums.maxima.org/5th-generat...placement.html
http://www.digitalpolo.com/2002Maxim...n/MotorMounts/
Here's a rough writeup:
I think I got everything...
http://forums.maxima.org/5th-generat...ount-swap.html
http://forums.maxima.org/5th-generat...placement.html
http://www.digitalpolo.com/2002Maxim...n/MotorMounts/
Here's a rough writeup:
- Jack up car and support on stands
- Unbolt the bolts that go through the front and rear motor mount inserts
- Unbolt crossmember, making sure you are ready for it to come down so you don't drop it on your face
- Remove motor mount brackets from crossmember
- Find a shop with a machine press to press out old inserts, or torch out the old inserts and hammer out the metal sleeve
- Press new inserts in
- Reinstall motor mount brackets
- Reinstall crossmember
- Profit????
I think I got everything...
and subscribed.
#26
There are four mounts on the motor, front and rear, left and right. I assume you are only replacing the front and rear, so even if you drop the crossmember with the front and rear mounts, the motor will be held up by the side two. You don't need anything supporting it. If you want to be extra safe, use an extra jack under it.
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#27
That's not to say they never go bad. It's just more likely that you will only need to replace the crossmember mounts...
#28
would it even be worth changing the side mounts? would you notice a difference?
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#29
It made a difference when I changed my passenger side mount. Some of the engine whine went away, along with a clunk I was getting evrytime I hit a small street bump or pothole. Also, a slight jerk I was feeling when the car changed gears is gone. Overall the car has a more solid feel.
#30
It made a difference when I changed my passenger side mount. Some of the engine whine went away, along with a clunk I was getting evrytime I hit a small street bump or pothole. Also, a slight jerk I was feeling when the car changed gears is gone. Overall the car has a more solid feel.
104k+ miles on her its time to swap things out
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#31
My Max is AT and is one of the install that was done by knight_yyz, this is pic of the cross member that knight picked up and fashioned an insert for the front larger mount so the ES bushing could be pressed in.
He replaced both the front and rear with ES bushings and all the sub bushings
He picked up for me a full cross member with the mounts, and did all the prep work on it, removing the old bushing pressing in the custom fitted insert and then pressing in the new ES bushings, jacked up my car dropped down my cross member and installed the replacement ... and mine became the cross member to be re-fitted for the next guy.
My engine sits in like a rock now under full load and all the power is now sent straight to the wheel and ground, no more wheel hop ... this for me was one of the best performance mod and was done with great craftsmanship by knight_yyz
He replaced both the front and rear with ES bushings and all the sub bushings
He picked up for me a full cross member with the mounts, and did all the prep work on it, removing the old bushing pressing in the custom fitted insert and then pressing in the new ES bushings, jacked up my car dropped down my cross member and installed the replacement ... and mine became the cross member to be re-fitted for the next guy.
My engine sits in like a rock now under full load and all the power is now sent straight to the wheel and ground, no more wheel hop ... this for me was one of the best performance mod and was done with great craftsmanship by knight_yyz
#35
Not true. The passenger-side mount fails quite often. When it does, it tends to produce a clunk when hitting bumps; people often mistake it for a suspension clunk.
#36
Reviving old thread, sorry.
I don't remember where I read it, but do the ES bushings have an offset (larger on one side)? They have to face left (towards the passenger)? If I replace the side mounts, which way must the offset go?
I don't remember where I read it, but do the ES bushings have an offset (larger on one side)? They have to face left (towards the passenger)? If I replace the side mounts, which way must the offset go?
#37
I m 95% certain the problem in my 2002 GLE with Auto is that it needs mounts, and I am looking over this thread and wondering how I know what kind of mounts I will need?
Is it for sure an electronic one because my car is auto? So I want to order manual mounts and the brackets too? I have a friend who can call to price parts, but he needs to know what I need. Thanks in advance.
Is it for sure an electronic one because my car is auto? So I want to order manual mounts and the brackets too? I have a friend who can call to price parts, but he needs to know what I need. Thanks in advance.
#38
I m 95% certain the problem in my 2002 GLE with Auto is that it needs mounts, and I am looking over this thread and wondering how I know what kind of mounts I will need? Is it for sure an electronic one because my car is auto? So I want to order manual mounts and the brackets too? I have a friend who can call to price parts, but he needs to know what I need. Thanks in advance.
#39
I need help with my 2000 maxima Se
I have a broken tail lights my brake lights work but my tail light doesn't what you think can be the problem? Also my dash board light stop working how can I fix the problems please help me not trying to get a ticket
#40
But, I'll be nice. First, check fuses. 2nd, your dimmer switch on the dash may have failed.