Motor mount replacement

[traveler]

Hey all. My nephew has a 2018 AWD Explorer with a 3.5 in it. A reputable shop told him it needed new motor mounts but indeed it done cheap. That's where I come in. I only need to know just how difficult this is. Has anyone done this before that can let me know what I'm in for?

 

[Rick]

Check this thread:

Going to replace engine/trans/torque mounts

I’m planning on changing the torque, strut, and engine mount but I’m wondering if it’s safe to just jack it up on the oil pan. Also, when I got the new motormount, it seems to have changed in appearance. My stock motormount has a giant nut at the top. Does anyone know the torque specs for the...

www.explorerforum.com

 

[traveler]

Turns out it's not that difficult. Just have to remove the air intake and battery box for the drivers side, and move a few hoses out of the way for the passenger side for the mounts. The torque struts didn't look bad so I we didn't replace them