The removal and replacement of engine mountings is usually not a particularly convenient or simple operation. Its convenience depends largely on the specific vehicle model, engine compartment layout, operator experience and tool conditions. The main challenge of this work is that the actual location of the engine mounting is often very cramped, surrounded by the engine body, gearbox, exhaust system and various pipelines, and the operating space is extremely limited.
Usually, you need to safely support the engine in advance and use a reliable engine support rod or crane to completely remove its weight from the engine mounting. This step itself requires precision and caution. A slight mistake may cause equipment damage or personal danger. Removing old mountings often requires moving other parts, and sometimes even removing tires or inner liner panels to obtain a better operating angle. In the process, various connecting bolts must be accurately handled. Some of them may become extremely stubborn due to years of high temperature baking and oil corrosion. Removal is laborious and may be damaged, which increases time and difficulty.
The installation of new engine mountings requires meticulousness. It is necessary to ensure that the entire powertrain returns to the designed position accurately after releasing the engine load. Any slight deviation will lead to abnormal vibration, premature wear of components, and even uneven force on the drive shaft or exhaust pipe. Therefore, unless you have the right special tools, a solid foundation in car maintenance, and plenty of patience, for most ordinary car owners, it is a safer and more efficient choice to seek professional repair shops to use lifts, professional tools, and technicians' experience to complete the engine mount replacement.