Didymus Anthony Simmons

I need help replacing my rear motor mount because it is leaking fluid. I did not know that motor mount was filled with fluid. Does anyone have a how to guide to replace the rear motor mount. I have a 2012 TL with AWD.

paperboy42190

iTrader: (7)

its not too hard. 4 bolts holding it on the subframe, 1 bolt holding it to the engine mount bracket, and 2 bolts for the bracket cover on top

Didymus Anthony Simmons

Thanks I will try to do it next week when the part comes in.

paperboy42190

iTrader: (7)

there are some guides in the 3g tl section. its the same for the 4g tl. i've done it couple times. hard part is just reaching the bolts but thats it

Tonyware

Just to be safe, I was looking at it today. Mine doesn't appear to leak. But I noticed that to get to the rear mount and remove it from the top, you have to remove the air filter assembly and also unbolt the fuse box and move it out of the way. Also a few hoses and engine harness connectors that need to be disconnected under the fuse box. Also you may want to lift and support the engine with a jack and a piece of wood under the engine somewhere you won't bend anything. It may take some coordination to eyeball the correct position of the engine as you lift or lower the jack. Also don't forget to disconnect the battery before you do anything. As usual Honda/Acura recommends using new bolts but I think they are a bit over-protective!

Have fun and be safe.

PS. Not sure what the torque on these bolts is but my guess around 40-45?

Edward'TLS

Isn't leaky mount covered by factory warranty ?

probmxstyle

The 6mt TL is supposed to come with heavy duty motor mounts. You auto guys might want to use the 6mt mounts in the future.

floridaseabee

Mount points are the same? They didn't do anything crazy/different with the mount due to the 6MT vs 5/6AT?