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Transaxle Support Insulator: Installation

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  1. Clean the rear transaxle mount bolts using a wire brush and apply new Threadlocker to the threads.
  2. Position the transaxle mount in place and install the upper bolts.
    • Tighten to 55 N.m (41 lb-ft).
    Fig 1: Locating Upper Transaxle Mount Bolts (2 Of 2)
    G04656284Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  3. Install the rear transaxle mount. Install the bolts.
    • Tighten to 90 N.m (66 lb-ft).
    Fig 2: Locating Rear Transaxle Mount Bolts
    G04656285Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.