Replacing Motor Mounts on 2013

Aug 05, 2023

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PRT, the first to market choice for complete strut assemblies is proud to introduce a line of engine and transmission mounts. The PRT part number 6111786 and 6111799 for the Hyundai Santa Fe fits the upper motor and transmission mounts.

PRT mounts match the original mounts for fit, form and function. The mounts use advanced elastomeric materials to reduce noise and vibration. Also, the materials are formulated to withstand the extreme conditions under the hood and under the vehicle.

For the upper engine mount:

-Remove the engine cover.

-Support the engine by placing a jack with a rubber pad on the oil pan. You will have to remove the undertray.

-Disconnect the grounding strap on the engine front cover.

-Remove the engine support bracket that connects the engine to the mount.

-Unfasten the three bolts that hold the mount to the body and remove the old mount.

-Install the new mount.

-The bolts for the three mounts should be torqued to 60 foot pounds.

-Install the support bracket and tighten the bolts to 79 foot pounds.

-Install the ground strap and install the engine cover.

For the Transmission Mount:

-Support the transmission with a jack and rubber pad.

-Remove the air intake duct.

-Loose the bracket that holds the battery. Slide the battery forward to access the bolts that hold the air filter housing in place.

-Loosen the clamp for the air intake hose and remove the housing.

-Next, remove the bolts that hold in the ECM. You do not have to disconnect the ECM, just pull it to the side.

-Inside the driver’s side front wheel well, there is a service cover to access the transaxle mounting bolts.

-Remove both bolts.

-Remove the four bolts that hold the bracket that secures the transaxle to the mount.

-Unfasten the three bolts that secure the mount to the body and remove the bolts. Remove the mount.

Install the new mount. The three bolts that attach to the body should be torqued to 60 foot pounds.

-Reinstall the bracket and tighten the bolts to 58 foot pounds.

-In the wheel well, reinstall the bolts that connect the mount to the transmission. Torque the bolts to 95 foot pounds.

-Install the ECM.

-Install the air filter housing and tighten the bolts and clamp.

-Slide the battery back into position and tighten the bracket.

This video is sponsored by PRT.