engine vibration? mount replacement?

2006 TOYOTA COROLLA
200,000 MILES • 1.8L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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AZDANNO04
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Need steps in order to make sure there wasn't anything going to be in the way. Wanted to double check before replacing the motor mount and being stuck.
Apr 18, 2021 at 3:42 PM
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KASEKENNY
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When you say the rear mount, do you mean the one pictured below?

Are you able to get a picture of the one you are looking for because there are transmission mounts that are also called the rear mounts. So getting a picture of the one you are looking for will be the best way to ensure we get you the correct info.

However, Toyota did not supply procedures just for the mounts so they are part of other processes but I am sure we can get you the info that you are looking for.

Also, here is a guide that will help with the thought process on replacing these:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/replace-motor-mounts

Thanks
Apr 18, 2021 at 4:15 PM
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TAMARA HUMBLE QUEEN
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When going in reverse the car gives a jerk.
Jun 28, 2021 at 10:58 AM (Merged)
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ASEMASTER6371
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Common issue for this issue is a worn motor mount and the engine moves and makes this noise.Have someone check the transmission mounts to be sure they are not broken or worn.There is one on the top of the transmission and one on the bottom.
Jun 28, 2021 at 10:58 AM (Merged)
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JCOROLLA17
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Hi, What are the torque specs for the upper motor mount? Thanks
Jun 28, 2021 at 10:58 AM (Merged)
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MMPRINCE4000
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Here are all of the engine mounts torque specs


Engine mounting insulator RH x Transverse engine engine mounting bracket 52 Nm (530 kgf-cm, 38 ft. lbs.)
Engine mounting insulator RH x Body 52 Nm (530 kgf-cm, 38 ft. lbs.)
Engine mounting member sub-assy center x Body 39 Nm (398 kgf-cm, 29 ft. lbs.)
Engine mounting insulator RR x Engine mounting bracket RR 87 Nm (887 kgf-cm, 64 ft. lbs.)
Engine mounting insulator RR x Suspension member 52 Nm (530 kgf-cm, 38 ft. lbs.)
Engine mounting insulator FR x Engine mounting bracket FR 52 Nm (530 kgf-cm, 38 ft. lbs.)
Engine mounting bracket LH x Transaxle 52 Nm (530 kgf-cm, 38 ft. lbs.)
Engine mounting insulator LH x Body Bolt A 52 Nm (530 kgf-cm, 38 ft. lbs.)
Engine mounting insulator LH x Engine mounting bracket LH Nut B 80 Nm (815 kgf-cm, 59 ft. lbs.)
Engine mounting bracket FR x Transaxle 64 Nm (652 kgf-cm, 47 ft. lbs.)

Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.

Cheers
Jun 28, 2021 at 10:58 AM (Merged)
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SSTORY29
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When I drive my car it makes this light clunking noise. there are no smells coming from the car and the engine is not running hot. I went to a friend who knows a little about cars. He said that my motor mounts need to be replaced or repaired. I wont have the money for another week or two. What can I do in the mean time? I still need to go to work. Please Help!!!!
Jun 28, 2021 at 10:58 AM (Merged)
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TRG
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If it's your motor mounts you'll only hear the clunk when you step on the gas. If you hear it all the time it's something else. If you also hear it while the the car is not moving it's probably engine related.
trg.
Jun 28, 2021 at 10:58 AM (Merged)
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NJMIANO
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I have a 1995 Toyota corolla and I am attempting to remove the front passenger side motor mount. I have gotten to the mount, removing the Cruise control, however had the wrong mount and had to reassemble. My question is about the two lower bolts nearest the engine. How can I get to those without tinkering with the AC? Is there some kind of tool that will get to these? They seem to be 13mm bolts, with hardly any clearing to get to the bolt with a ratchet. Any one have experience with this?
Thanks in advance for any help.
Jun 28, 2021 at 10:59 AM (Merged)
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FIXITMR
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possibly you can move ac unit slightly with jack or 2x4 since engine is slightly flexible on it's mounts? on some cars it will move an inch or more.
Jun 28, 2021 at 10:59 AM (Merged)
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BOWHUNTER81503
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My daughter run over a rock on the highway in the dark. It bent the motor mount(s) and there is a noticeable vibration when idling at a stop light. Not so bad when in park or neutral with the engine running. Mechanic said motor mount(s) were bent. How do I change the rear mount? I hear you have to drop the subframe, whatever that is.
Jun 28, 2021 at 10:59 AM (Merged)
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MMPRINCE4000
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Yes you must drop the subframe. It is held in place with about 6-8 bolts, and you must disconnect the lower ball joints ( just remove the 3 bolts that hold the BJ to the control arm), and the center and front motor mount bolts.
This is a heavy item, so use a floor jack. The rear mount is the hardest one to remove as compared to the rest.
Jun 28, 2021 at 10:59 AM (Merged)
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ALVIN007
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Hi how do i replace the front engine mountings
Jun 28, 2021 at 10:59 AM (Merged)
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MHPAUTOS
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There is a cover under the engine bay this is removed first, the front engine mount bolts to the centre frame running for and aft. there should be a plastic cover over the bolt holes remove this and with a jack and a block of wood supporting the sump undo these 2 bolts, lift engine just a little and undo mount bolts on block and remove mount.
Jun 28, 2021 at 10:59 AM (Merged)
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SLOW89Z
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i have a 95 toyota corolla with a 1.6 and 96,000 miles. it has a very bad vibration when accelerating or decelerating (not braking) in the front of the car. there is no vibration in the steering wheel, it stays smooth. it gets real bad when im turning right and goes away when im turning left. also it goes away if i step on the clutch or coast in nuetral (even when turning). i replaced a broken trans mount and one bad motor mount. i dont know what else could cause this.
Jun 28, 2021 at 11:00 AM (Merged)
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

As you have change the mounts , there may be a bit of miss alignment some where, as a first easy thing to do, try backing off all the engine mount bolts, just have them finger tight, go for a quiet drive up and down the street use the brakes harder than normal (not to lock up a wheel) and this may settle the engine and trans into a normal position taking any tension out of the mounts. Do up all mounts and test drive.

Mark (mhpautos)
Jun 28, 2021 at 11:00 AM (Merged)
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SLOW89Z
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i will try that today. Thank you for the reply
Jun 28, 2021 at 11:00 AM (Merged)