🔧 Civic - Engine Mount Replacement

Your Civic uses multiple mounts (right/engine-side, left/transmission-side, front, and rear) to hold the engine/transmission in place and control vibration. Replacement steps and torque specs vary by which mount you’re doing and whether your Civic is automatic or manual.

Difficulty Level: Intermediate | Estimated Time: 2-5 hours (depends which mount)

---

⚠️ Safety & Precautions

• 🧯 Never rely on a jack alone—use jack stands before working underneath.
• 🔥 Work on a cool engine; mounts sit near hot components.
• 🪝 Support the engine before unbolting any mount (an engine can shift suddenly).
• 🔌 Battery disconnect is not usually required, but keep tools clear of the alternator and positive cable area.

---

🔧 Required Tools

You'll need the following tools for this repair:

• Floor jack (rated 3-ton minimum)
• Jack stands (rated 3-ton minimum)
• Wheel chocks
• Socket set 8mm-19mm
• Wrench set 8mm-19mm
• Breaker bar 1/2-inch drive
• Torque wrench 3/8-inch drive (10-80 ft-lbs)
• Torque wrench 1/2-inch drive (50-250 ft-lbs)
• Extensions set 3-inch to 10-inch
• Universal joint 3/8-inch drive
• Flat trim tool
• Phillips screwdriver #2
• Pry bar 12-inch
• Block of wood 2x6
• Work light
• Safety glasses
• Mechanic gloves

---

🔩 Required Parts

HowToo sells all the parts you need for this repair:

• Right (passenger-side) engine mount - Qty: 1 (if replacing)
• Left (driver-side) transmission mount - Qty: 1 (if replacing)
• Front engine mount - Qty: 1 (if replacing)
• Rear engine mount - Qty: 1 (if replacing)
• Engine mount bracket bolts/nuts - Qty: As needed (only if damaged/corroded)

---

📋 Before You Begin

• 🅿️ Park on level ground, set the parking brake, and place wheel chocks behind the rear tires.
• ⬆️ Raise the front and support with jack stands at the proper lift points.
• 🪵 Place a block of wood 2x6 on the floor jack pad before touching the oil pan. (The wood spreads the load so you don’t dent the oil pan.)
• 🧭 Only remove one mount at a time so the engine stays aligned.

---

🔨 Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these steps in order:

Step 1: I need 2 quick details before giving exact steps + torque specs

• Is your Civic automatic or manual transmission?
• Which mount(s) are you replacing: right, left, front, rear (or all)?

Step 2: What I’ll provide once you answer

• A complete, mount-by-mount removal/install sequence for your Civic
• All fastener locations and the correct Torque to XX Nm (YY ft-lbs) specs for each bolt/nut
• Tips to prevent engine misalignment and reduce vibration after installation

---

✅ After Repair

• 🔎 Visually confirm the mount studs sit centered in their holes before final tightening.
• 🧰 Start the engine and check for abnormal vibration at idle in Park/Neutral.
• 🚗 Road test and listen for clunks on acceleration/braking.
• 🔩 Recheck mount fasteners after the first short drive.

---

💰 DIY vs Shop Cost

Shop Cost: $450-$1,200 (parts + labor, depends how many mounts)

DIY Cost: $80-$500 (parts only, depends how many mounts)

You Save: $300-$800 by doing it yourself!

Shop labor rates vary but typically run $100-$150/hour. This repair takes a shop approximately 2-5 hours.

---

🎯 Ready to get started?

HowToo makes it easy: same-day/2-day shipping on every part, plus all the tools and specialty tools you need! Check out the parts and tools sections below to add everything to your cart.