How to Replace a Motor Mount or Transmission Mount

Learn the main methods for replacing a bad motor mount or bad transmission mount. This will show you how easy of a job changing a motor mount is and all the little tips and tricks!
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[@hc2cox]

What really amazing about your videos is camera angles! 8 yrs video still conveys the knowledge well! Kudos!

[@chrisfix]

Thanks a lot!

[@TheDro]

I already knew how to do this but i still watched it all the way through. I love listening to how you explain stuff on your channel!

[@chrisfix]

Thanks a lot

[@TheDro]

@@chrisfix ive been restoring an old '77 RV with a v8 440 and 727 tranny. Your channel has helped me save a ton of money and im learning how all this works in the process. Its been fun! Would love to see some other videos on transmission repairs, i plan on checking and possibly rebuilding mine soon.

[@chrisfix]

Transmission video is next!

[@rocktidwell898]

ChrisFix can you do a rack and pinion video ?

[@TheDro]

@@rocktidwell898 i did a rack and pinion job on a dropped 91 acura integra and it was a nightmare to get it aligned. Make sure you have a way to tow the car to an alignment shop after the change. You can mark everything too but i dont think it ends up coming out perfect. It was probably one of the harder jobs i had to do on a vehicle so far but i was also just learning then. Im sure a true mechanic wouldn't have had as many issues knowing work arounds from experience. Id love to see a chris fix video on that too

[@theMANdrew]

the core support can be a beefy piece of metal though it usually isn't. windstars have a pretty solid subframe that's heavy duty and welded. other cars have bolt on core supports or welded supports that do not have much structural integrity. as for jacking up the motor, you can usually get away with a 2x4 cut off under the oil pan if you gingerly jack it up and make sure the motor is moving independently from the chassis. jacking from a small area on the engine block increases the odds of causing damage to external motor components and injury due to less surface area making contact. i learned that the hard way when i was a newbie. i would stay away from jacking from mating surfaces because that has a higher chance of causing a leak. i just wanted share my insight. with that said, i like what you're doing and i like to see people maintaining their vehicles. knowledge is a great thing to share.

[@chrisfix]

Thanks for sharing your insight. I would never jack up your motor from the oil pan, but I know people do. I appreciate your tips!

[@ScubaCat3]

ChrisFix The Ford Workshop manual actually specifically says to jack up on the transmission pan with a block of wood for the trans mount on the other side. For the mount you're working on here, though, it says to lift from the top (as if anyone's really going to do that for a motor mount). I just thought someone might find that little nugget interesting. Thanks again for the video!

[@redact207]

Your videos are getting better and better, thanks for putting in the effort

[@chrisfix]

redact207 Thanks a lot man! I am glad you are learning a lot and they are helpful!

[@bryanbenedetti2579]

Great video! I love the clear camera shots and the editing!

[@chrisfix]

+Bryan Benedetti Thanks a lot!

[@benjaminbrown9677]

Great job

[@superbabaganoosh]

Dude I love how detailed your videos are!!!

[@ohaneson]

Chris, I really enjoy your videos! They've been very helpful. This particular video helped me save my brother around $300 by changing the rear motor mount on his 1998 Ford Windstar ourselves. However, I wanted to let you know that the torque specs of 85 ft pounds you claim in the video was too high for the top bolt on for us. Unfortunately, we broke the bolt when trying to tighten it to 85 ft. lbs. Afterwards I looked in the Haynes manual and it says that the top bolt should be 50-68 and the bottom should be 65-87 ft. lbs. We were successful on the second install. Just wanted you to know so you could add an annotation in the video (at 9:07 and 9:31) in order to help others keep from making the same mistake. Thanks again, and keep up the great work!

[@chrisfix]

+ohaneson thanks and great work!

[@rosahairsalon]

Chris ur a genius

[@chrisfix]

Thanks!

[@southernautodiy2643]

Well yeah! He's a honest mechanic that knows what he's doing

[@abdulabbas3726]

Dear Mr. Chris Fix, Thanks a lot for your video. Really it was useful, clear, Sam up.Not only this video but all your videos are full of information and useful. Would you mind, if you could explain the symptoms of the problem at the beginning of your video and then start the resolve of it. I Will be grateful. Best regards.

[@RamonLFrancisco]

Nice video...tough to get a camera up in tight places and focus in but you made it clear to see what you were doing. Thanks!

[@Missqueen57]

I rarely post positive comments but I loved your style of video....you didn't gab endlessly about irrelevant nonsense...you got to the point and were descriptive. Loved your video! Thanks!

[@Noreladim]

Great video Chris. I recently bought a 1995 Roadtrek class-B RV with 144,000 miles (on Chevy G30 van chassis). Took it in to the dealer for new tires and was told it needed to have the motor mounts replaced. Now I know what they are and what's involved in replacing them.

[@chrisfix]

+Daniel Noreladim No problem! Congrats on the new car!

[@devbhatia733]

People be binge watching "Money Heist." Me binge watching ChrisFix🤗🤗🤗

[@richard2428]

I learned alot from you dude good shit

[@LaodiceaMythos]

Your good camera work is much appreciated.

[@chrisfix]

LaodiceaMythos Thanks! I am glad the video was helpful and the camera angles are good!

[@labradormcgraw]

You just can't beat a ChrisFix video.

[@moneygeewtee]

Not sure how you were able to film such a tight clear shot as the engine was being lowered over the motor mount stud...great video!! Nice job Chris! Take care.

[@chrisfix]

moneygeewtee Thanks man! This comment made me happy because it was so tight that I thought my filming was not as good as it usually is. I had to really contort my hand and I couldnt use a tripod! Thanks again for the feedback!

[@sanjyotipatil6499]

@@chrisfix hey Chris before you was publishing 2 videos a week but now you publish about 1 video a month pls upload atleast 1 video per week

[@Xanthopteryx]

Safety first! Good that you take that part serious.

[@patriklabic8467]

Chris, i love to see you nice progress:). If i compare old videos and actuall, nice job, you help me a lot and save me a ton of money.:) Greetings from Europe:)

[@trevorjones3755]

The motor mount was the start of the long downhill of my mom's 2006 honda oddessy as the ac, then the battery, then the starter. I wish I saw this first!

[@losxlakers]

Chris, those tips are great! Lol. I don't know how you come up with so many. You have a couple up your sleeve and they are very useful.

[@chrisfix]

Los Lakers Thanks bud! I dont know how I come up with so many either. I just kinda talk and it happens haha.

[@princeboateng694]

Replaced my radiator a few weeks ago on a 2004 lancer es and noticed my transmission mount was completely shot. It was the easier replacement ever! Take off the bolt that holds the transmission and get under the car used my impact wrench for three bolts of a frame holding the mount. Unbolt the motor mount and install the new one. 5-8min job. Gotta love old cars

[@lggoss58man15]

Thanks Chris you saved my life

[@ixionn563]

Just bought new mounts for my '05 Ram 1500 and I can't wait to install them, thanks!

[@wholeNwon]

2 of 3 mounts in my car are easy to do. # 3 is a real bear. Tech couldn't do it either. Had to call shop owner who was really slick in assembling swivels, extensions and an adapter to access the mount bracket. Made it look simple.

[@randywright1809]

Love your videos!! With your videos, I have saved a ton of money. I wish you had done the transmission mount on your B3000. When I try to find info online, it only gives details on the Ford Ranger. I am guessing the procedure is pretty much the same. But it really goes along way when your videos are specific to your Mazda

[@abdalqadr1]

Smart man thanks for you from Iraq

[@georgedeleon942]

Hi Buddy i dont worries about my truck coz Chris fix is here i learned more about ur tutorial. Just keep it up a good work Buddy while u doin' right for u i' ll give u a double THUMBS UP. Thank u and God Bless you as a Vlogger.

[@RaccoonTotem]

This video saved me $1,500 🎉 I had to change all of my motor mounts. The previous mounts were totally shot, I'm concerned that my engine and transmission may be slightly misaligned. Is it possible to check for this and diy engine alignment?

[@Pie4life123]

Nice video even tho i dont need to change them I wached the hole video just because you have a great way of teaching. Just like every video you made.

[@chrisfix]

Pie 4life Thanks a lot! I am glad you watched the whole video and learned something new! That is awesome!

[@moebiusfan9545]

Another quality video! Nice shots in those tight spaces, too. One thing this video reminded me to ask you is to consider a tip about when to use thread lock (and which kind) vs anti-seize.

[@chrisfix]

James Coley Thanks man! Yea, those tight spaces were tough to get into! I will definitely be making that video and really appreciate the idea (so dont worry).

[@regiondeltas]

Really pro vid, Chris. Also loved that you end up with ruined gloves at the end - mine never seem to last many minutes and I end up with a really dirty thumb!

[@chrisfix]

hermand Thanks man! That was the third set. I should do a behind the scenes of filming video haha. I go through a box of 100 in a month lol.

[@pascalhogstrom2203]

You are a bad role model for me. =) found your vids like 1 week ago. Spammed them and bought alot new stuff =) great vids.

[@ahotdj07]

Dealing with installing new motor mounts before; my strong recommendation for Honda - especially Accords is to buy Honda motor mounts. Aftermarket brands are not the best. You will pay more for Honda but it is well worth it in the long run.

[@SoccerEverywhere2]

Where can you buy the Honda motor mounts do they sell them at AutoZone

[@ahotdj07]

@@SoccerEverywhere2 I would buy the motor mounts specifically from Honda. If you can get EOM Honda motor mounts somewhere else cheaper, definitely but make sure you get Honda - nothing else.

[@jayviz]

Excellent Video. NEWBIE QUESTION: When you jack up the engine, don't you have to worry about putting strain on the transmission, exhaust, and all the other things the engine is connected to?

[@Fireflyepic]

Extremely late reply here, but for other people: no, you don't need to worry about that. The engine is engineered to move independently from the frame-- this is necessary in order to dampen vibration. The transmission and exhaust are placed on hangars or mounts of their own in the pursuit of vibration isolation, which thus allow for movement. If movement wasn't allowed on the engine, then it'd be vibrating on the frame and would be an unpleasant -- and loud -- ride.

[@aleblanc3547]

You made that look easy (as usual)! That top tip is just brilliant. Thanks, Chris.

[@chrisfix]

A LeBlanc Thanks bud! It was pretty easy. Just two bolts lift the engine and boom! The hardest part is knowing what to do. If you know how to lift the engine (which I teach you) then you are golden! I am glad you like the top tip. My truck is marked all over the place lol.

[@cooljt4life]

Would not of thought of the marker tip, thanks! Love the tips of the day part of your videos :)

[@chrisfix]

cooljt4life Thanks man! Yea, it is such a simple little tip but really helps with peace of mind and tracking those pesky nuts and bolts! It also helps because when you have a lot of bolts, after you torque one down, you mark it so you know you already torqued it!

[@ephraimcamacho8015]

hi Chris. it's be a while since I have seen some of your videos. But I always said it you make the best videos! thanks again!

[@tb_and_j]

Awesome video once again. The top tip was a good one, I never would have thought of that!

[@chrisfix]

Thomas Brendel Thanks Thomas! I liked the top tip on this one too haha. People always ask how to tell if a bolt or a nut is going to come undone so I figured this would be a great opportunity!

[@itsme2369]

Dude your videos are very detailed, nice keep up the good work.

[@chrisfix]

itsme2369 Thanks a lot man! I am glad you are enjoying them and hopefully learning from them!

[@mm7305515mm]

i liked the idea of marking the position of the nut at the end genius bro

[@chrisfix]

+mohd raw Thanks! Glad you liked that tip!

[@mohdacir8192]

Thanks a lot Chris... was waiting for your version of this...

[@hanknmosul]

Any aviation background, Chris? Your suggestion at the end of the video to mark the nut to detect movement of the nut after installation is reminiscent of the slippage marks used for helicopter/fixed wing repairs. We use commercially-available slippage mark paint, comes in a little tube w/ different colors avail. Just curious. Great videos.

[@gabrielrodriguez8019]

man u make it look so easy, great job

[@chrisfix]

Thanks!

[@un-_-known688]

This might well come in hand I will find out tomorrow thank you Chris

[@mahlerob]

Great video Chris. I couldn't help but notice though the difference at 1:04 and 9:43. It looks like the mount isn't quite seated at 9:43. Won't that put a lot of stress on the bottom stud? I was watching because I am about to change mine. Thanks so much for the great videos.

[@mahlerob]

I meant 1:09.

[@orficaldari3524]

I knoq this is from 8 months ago but if you look very closely that dark part isnt a gap its just really dark

[@patrickcalabrese5669]

Chris your a badass, I've been watching your videos for some time now! I've got a couple general questions, you seemed to just jack up the motor with no problems. The motor isn't hard connected to the vehicle? I always imagined that something external on the motor would snap. But it seems that the engine is just floating on the motor mounts? Is this the same for the transmission drive train? That its just "floating" under the car? I've got a 96 Silverado with 336k original miles on it. The truck is all original and I'd like to go through and replace all the bushings and lube the chassis. So my next question. I couldn't find a video with your truck. I don't like jacking up my vehicles from the side frame, I feel like it's an unnatural movement. Where is the best place to jack the whole front of my truck at the same time, and also the best place to jack my rear? Thanks, I hope some way your getting checks in the mail from doing these videos. The way you present them is fantastic and inspiring. Your the man. Patrick

[@chrisfix]

+Patrick Calabrese there is wiggle room with the motor and tranny. The motor vibrates and moves a lot so they design it with space. I like jacking the rear up from the differential but for some reason every owners manual says not to... I never had a problem. The front crossmember that cradles the engine and holds the suspension is what I use to jack up the front of the truck.

[@paulhomsy2751]

Excellent instructional video. Very clear, to the point and good quality video !

[@alejandro9rojas]

Watching this cause I can't sleep. Happy new years!

[@chrisfix]

+Alejandro Rojas happy new year!

[@edgardoamado7008]

Can u do a video on tire chains for snow and ice? I was recently looking into it and got really lost. I have even seen some disposable zip ties for snow traction. Will putting anything in my tires damage any components in my suspension??? Love ur videos

[@chrisfix]

Edgardo Amado Thanks man! I probably wont be able to do a video on snow chains because I dont run them. They can help, but if they come loose, they can cause a lot of damage so be careful. What car and why do you need snow chains (Im curious)

[@balance828]

Sucks the part was defected because I remember watching the video where you changed it. Thanks for taking the time to record and do the job at the same time. Probably took twice the amount of time. Notice Sun light change from day to night =P

[@chrisfix]

balancebox Thanks man! Yea, it takes about 4 times as long to record and fix the car than to just fix it. But it is worth it because so many people are learning how to fix their cars!

[@bobbybrown9711]

Very helpful !!!

[@fordwindsor351]

Some may be against this but in given situations I do use the oil/trans. pan for a jacking point, just use a wide piece of wood and it will be fine. I have this 8x8x1/2 piece of wood just for this.

[@chrisfix]

fordwindsor351 Yea, I can see how that might work (especially over a large surface area and if you include a corner of the pan), but if I were to say that on KZbin, the trolls would have a field day! Plus, on my van's rusty oil pan, I am unsure it would hold lol. Thanks for the tip!

[@juangarza7622]

@@chrisfix 1

[@am.b5688]

Your videos are amazing as usual. I would suggest to clean the threads of nuts and bolts before you put the blue locktite. Thanks

[@Victorsvolkswagens]

Makes better thread locker 😂

[@johnnyappleseed02]

Hey ChrisFix - I see you use loctite on most bolts, however I noticed that you often don't use an thread lubricant - which I thought is interesting as these bolts will go untouched for a long period of time in harsh conditions - wouldn't it be advisable to use some type of lubricant on these bolts to ensure easy removal and providing some protection against the elements?

[@jonathancastillo3878]

Loctite also provents rust my man

[@Jstro14]

Lubrication of suspension bolts and engine mounts is not something you'd want to do better off to just put the bolt on torque it down and then paint brush on some old motor oil if you feel the need but if u put it in the threads how would the locktite do it's job? Bolts hardly ever rust where the nut is it's always usually the spots that are open to the elements.

[@ohmramm]

hey man, good video! really detailed! thanks.

[@chrisfix]

***** Thanks Carlos!

[@wildbillcarroll]

Your video's are the best, very easy to understand you stay on point love it!! I have a 986 Boxster it needs some suspension work do you ever work on Boxsters? Thanks keep up the good work.

[@chrisfix]

william carroll Thanks a lot man! I havent worked on any boxsters yet. German cars like to use different tools so instead of normal bolt heads they have hex heads. Otherwise, it is all the same stuff! Good luck fixing up your boxsters suspension.

[@phillipdhanpauliii3857]

God bless you for this video. You might have saved me almost a hundreds of dollars for just labor! Do you use dealer mounts or do you recommend any aftermarket brands?

[@chrisfix]

Phillip Dhanpaul III OEM for engine mounts are highly recommended but there are some good after market companies.

[@RobertThomassilenticon]

Great video man, subbed!!!

[@zx8401ztv]

Loverly job chris :-), crisp as allways and safety tips :-)) By the looks of it that bolt was bad allready, it would have failed later on down the road. I like the top extention, that nut was so far away it was in another state lol :D Ive found wood to be really really usefull, the way it deforms to the shape and spreads the weight automatically, also handy if you havnt got a mallet, you can hit the wood with a lump hammer and still drive a bearing in without damage :-))

[@chrisfix]

zx8401ztv Thanks bud! Yea, it was upsetting becuase I spent 3, 14hr days fixing the waterpump on that van (it was one of those days where everything goes wrong) and then this was literally the last nut to tighten and snap. Ughhh lol. But I got a video to teach others how to do it and the van is back on the road so it all worked out!

[@zx8401ztv]

ChrisFix You did it but what a bloody shame, i do understand the feeling :-( ive been there with electronic repairs, ive repaired a really badly damaged multiband cb radio and got it working up to spec with every voltage and frequency +tuning correct, im happy i recovered it then something stupid goes wrong with a different circuit, makes your heart drop, does me, im so pissed off, i was near the end and ready to hand it back to the owner. Also when you go into something for a simple repair and its a nightmare of problems (Not told to you by the owner), a simple job gone bad, and the owner later on says "oh yes i know a,b,c,z problems it had", oow i have to stop myself slapping them lol :D Sounds familiar :D

[@chrisfix]

haha exactly!

[@warnacokelat]

This is the best thing I ever did to my car. Now it feels like brand new. I didn't even know that my car can run so smooth and quiet.

[@Tesoromio22]

Ah! Awesome top tip at the end of the video

[@chrisfix]

Tesoromio22 Thanks! Something so simple yet so useful!

[@erakkar7471]

5:40 was waiting the whole time for him to say that hahaha. I know I’m immature.

[@Kevin09210]

Ive replaced motor and transmission mounts jacking the engine on the pans with a wood block between the jack and the pan and never had an issue.

[@mcfriedchicken1972]

Kevin I did it on my Mazda and nothing was damaged. It's just a precaution I'm sure

[@kas0016]

Oil pan is more robust but usually odd shaped

[@btd2516]

Chris, where did you get your torque specs? I just did the mounts on my daughters 2001 Windstar and I have the Ford shop manual and it list 69ft lbs for the top nut, and 56ft lb for the bottom nut. This is for the 3.8 engine. Did it just as you showed, new mount was a little taller than the old, but finally got it turned just right and it slipped right in. Thanks for the help!

[@wcd46]

Good Tips Chris I like your style very informative. Keep em coming. Any ideas on how to fix a turning squeal on a 1997 960 Volvo?

[@chrisfix]

Willy Dittmar so something squeals when you turn? Is it the wheel bearing?

[@peterassias4809]

Another great video... thanks for the info!!

[@chrisfix]

Thanks Peter! Glad the video was helpful.

[@videoguy2411]

CHRIS CAN YOU REPLACE MY ACURA INTEGRA MOTOR MOUNTS IM IN NORTH JERSEY IM WATCHING LIVE!!! LMAOOO

[@sabrom]

Did you have to loosen the front motor mount also to raise the motor up high enough to get rear motor mount out?

[@lethal_carvideos8837]

Hey Chris, do I need to worry about jacking up the car if I already have a lifted truck ?

[@anthonyluciano7450]

Chris, you put a Link on inexpensive mounts. Do you recommend cheap aftermarket mounts or oem? I feel like when parts are inexpensive the quality is not good and they dont last as long.

[@thatdudemoe9109]

@chrisfix could you do a video on the ford ranger specifically?

[@andresraygozaramirez4533]

You are good about cars

[@777warhero]

Chris, My 1988 porsche 944 will not start. I think it could be the fuel pump because when I took it off the trailer it started and it drove off, but on the way into my garage it died and wouldn't start. Is this the only thing it could be or is there more. I tried pressure testing but the port on the tester was too small for my shrader valve. It would only stay on the end and not spin all the way down, but even with the tester only on the end of the valve I read 0 pressure. Thanks and keep those vids coming they are really helpful!

[@chrisfix]

argonian bilbo I would get an adapter so you can do a fuel pressure test and get a good reading. Do you hear the fuel pump priming when you turn the key to the "run" position? Check this out: kzbin.info/www/bejne/laC7fYinepmGnJI Let me know if you get that pressure reading!

[@777warhero]

ChrisFix yes I hear a buzzing sound, but it coming from the engine bay. The pump is in the back. There is no sound in the back

[@chrisfix]

argonian bilbo You should hear the pump prime like in the fuel pressure video. Check the fuel pump fuse!

[@777warhero]

ChrisFix ok thanks. I'll probably buy a pump anyway because it sat awhile

[@CaboWabotv]

Chris I have a 2002 Mazda Tribute. The mechanic at a Mazda dealer showed me that I have a bad motor mount. Looks exactly like yours. I think they call it the 3rd mount. Mine is compressed and leaked out the fluid inside it. They quoted $400 to replace it, but I declined service. The mechanic said he would just tighten it down as much as possible so it doesn't shake the engine. Is that ok for the time being? Not sure how long I'll keep this car. The engine runs fine and it doesn't shake or move a lot like yours was doing. Should I lose sleep over it?

[@unodenero6861]

hey guys, quick question here! i have a 1999 Lexus es300 1mz VVT with 180,xxx miles. i know the motor mounts are bad and need replacing because the motor moves when shifting into gears. my question and biggest concern is, could bad motor mounts cause a hard shift into 2nd gear from 1st gear? everytime I stop at a red light or stop sign or anything, after moving off again it will over rev and shift hard into 2nd gear. every other gear shift is normal. downshifts are normal. only does it from 1st to 2nd gear shifts. it is motor/trans mounts or do i need to get the trans serviced?

[@chrisfix]

From what you told me, it sounds like you just need to get your motor mounts replaced and that should solve the hard shift issue!

[@rafaelramos2731]

Is it better to use original parts for motor mounts or go with replacements?

[@Kugelbliz]

Very well explained woah man I can't get enough of your videos great work!!

[@chrisfix]

Kr33p3r KILLER Thanks a lot bud! I appreciate all of your feedback!

[@paulbouverette503]

Good video.

[@telefunkenyou47]

Finally I can use my 6’ socket extension!

[@ironfistarrival]

Wooo , it is so risky when you Jack up the Engine using a piece of Wood on the Jack , it could break and fall off , however you are a good Mechanic man , thanks .

[@chrisfix]

You have to use wood or something similar. Also it won’t break if you use a large piece that can handle it.

[@mrbreezeet1]

01 Pontiac Grand Prix. What is a decent motor mount that won't break the bank? Everybody on the internet is saying that anchor and DEA are junk. I am not looking to spend $80 at the general motors dealership. I am not real hard on my car will a anchor or DEA Mount be good enough for me?

[@katanamd]

You MUST be a mind reader. I have a leaking coolant bottle and was going to flush it. My car also has a known issue of one of the front motor mounts to constantly go bad so I also need to change that. Thank you again for the video!

[@chrisfix]

Weese Haha, I am glad the video was timed perfectly! Let me know how your motor mount replacement goes! If they are the originals, you might want to spray some penetrating fluid on them! Here is stuff that will make any bolt come off: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aIjYh3V8id-igcU

[@travelerintraining3353]

Hey Chris.. long shot but I'm desperate here. I'm trying to fix my motor mount (front passenger - the one you don't fix). The previous owner must have not bolted the bolts in correctly because after I hit a pot hole they seem to be missing. Is there anyway you have some idea of the size of threads that these bolts are?

[@motoryzen]

18 people would rather work under a 1.5+ ton vehicle WITHOUT a jackstand. xD

[@travelerintraining3353]

How long do you think this job would take? Thanks!

[@dibasser]

What can you say about DEA Products ?? Is it good? I want to buy motor mount from Westar....

[@Woodenarrows]

Much better, pointing out the use of jack stands. Watched the older video first... Thing to remember is that the car is on jack stands and solid, that's good but once you loosen the motor mounts and jack up the motor, now you have that transmission/engine unit which can fall separate from the car frame itself. Just play it safe, you're too young to be losing your digits :-)

[@chrisfix]

***** Thanks man! Yea, I would hate to lose fingers! That is why I try my best to play it safe (and also teach proper safety).

[@williamthecarguy]

Lol. Wiggle it out... Great vid dude

[@chrisfix]

William Calderon Thanks a lot William. I am glad you enjoyed the video lol

[@matycali6246]

I love you chrisfix

[@chrisfix]

Thanks for the support!

[@matycali6246]

Thanks man

[@deespasojevic3013]

I don't think that was as hard as you can bro! 😸

[@joonajks]

Hey MR Chris, is it safe to support transmission and the engine with a bottle jack to replace mounts?

[@IVANzFalcon]

is safe, just dont forget put the jack in the center of engine bro.

[@gustavomijares5128]

Need to replaced my 99 ford contour automatic transmission mount. Any videos available?

[@bahlowwings]

Hey Chris. You help me alot with your videos on helping me save money by doing the work myself. Another question for you. I have this creak problem. Its when i shift into Drive and reverse ( AT) tranny from a complete stop. Then press the gas My bushings and suspension feel solid. No broken boots or grease leaking. According to different car forums alot point to either a tranny mount or engine mount. Upon watching your video my engine doesnt hop around nor my tranny clunk. And another thing i hear it alot on ford escapes (taxis) searched the forum there no answers. Have any ideas what could it be? My local shop said everything looks good. And his only suggestion was to replace all my mounts since my car has over 118k

[@chrisfix]

bahlowwings The creek can be anything. So it ONLY happens when you shift into drive or reverse? Can you tell where the noise is coming from? Like have someone shift the car and you stand outside and listen (dont stand in front or behind the car to be safe).

[@bahlowwings]

ChrisFix so after reading more info on the creak i found a helpful tip which can also diagnose a bad mount. I guess its called the the power brake method or something like that. So you press and hold the brakes with ebrake down. And put the car in drive/reverse and press the gas a few. And bam the creak came with this method. So looks like i need new mounts.

[@chrisfix]

bahlowwings glad you figured out your problem. I never heard of doing that.

[@moshedavidsharabi3649]

Hey Chris, great video. I have a 2004 ford freestar 4.2L limited. So I wanna replace my motor mounts and transmission mounts. Also I wanna replace my shocks and struts, can you please tell me where I can get thes parts and whats the best parts to get . thank you.

[@TheEricofjk]

Amazon. Can get all 4 mounts for about $120.

[@moshedavidsharabi3649]

thanks @@TheEricofjk . but would you know the best brand I can get?

[@Shonuff42080]

Your the best bro

[@candyhearts3581]

If you have a bad motor mount will it make whistling or grinding noises when you put it into drive

[@vikingjoe93]

This is off topic Chris but i have a 1999 ford windstar that the cruise control stopped working on. i checked the number 10 fuse under the dash and also replaced the "brake stop switch" on the master cylinder. Any ideas on where to go from there?

[@chrisfix]

vikingjoe93 Check the vacuum lines that go to the cruise control module under the hood. Does the cruise light come on when you try to activate it?

[@vikingjoe93]

I'll look into the vacuum hose. I've never had a cruise control light come on that I'm aware of. Maybe it did and I just didn't pay attention to it.

[@chrisfix]

The cruise control light lets you know it is activating. So with no light, you might have a bad cruise control unit.

[@samimeharigarza8954]

good job

[@luisolivera9608]

how you doing bro, I changed tie rod ends because were noisy, aligned car. and still got a little noise on street holes. So I bet its either motor or tranny. Thanks for the tips. 2003 Ford Taurus SES flex fuel ohv

[@chrisfix]

+Luis Olivera check the sway bar end links and sway bar body bushings

[@luisolivera9608]

Thank you, I'll work on it on the weekend. It's very windy in El Paso tx at the moment. No garage right now. I'll keep you posted, thanks again.