Inspection
1. Jack up the front of the vehicle and place it securely on axle stands, then remove the engine compartment bottom shield.
2. Inspect the rubber pads to make sure they are not cracked, hardened, or peeled off the metal backing. Replace cushion if damage or soiling is found.
3. Make sure the hanger fasteners are securely tightened (use a torque wrench).
4. Using a large screwdriver or crowbar, carefully check the gimbal for play (he talks about wear and tear). Alternatively, have an assistant move the engine/transmission back and forth or side to side and observe the suspensions. Some play should be observed even with new components, but excessive wear will be evident. If the play is significant, first check the tightness of the corresponding mounting bolts, then replace all worn components as described below.
Replacement
5. Apply the handbrake, then jack up the front of the vehicle and place it on axle stands.
6. Support the weight of the engine with a winch.
7. To remove the right suspension, first unscrew the nuts and remove the heat shield from it (see illustration).
8. Loosen the top hanger nut, then lift the engine and remove the hanger bracket bolts (see illustration).
9. To remove the front suspension, unscrew the bolts and separate the bracket from the subframe, then remove the bolts securing the suspension to the cylinder block (see illustrations).
10. Install the new hanger in the reverse order of removal.
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