🔧 Engine Mounts - Replacement

On your RAV4 Hybrid SE, the engine mounts hold the powertrain steady and reduce vibration. A failed mount can cause clunks, excess shaking, or movement during acceleration and braking. This job usually means supporting the engine/transaxle while one mount at a time is removed and replaced.

Difficulty Level: Advanced | Estimated Time: 4-6 hours

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⚠️ Safety & Precautions

• Hybrid system warning: keep the vehicle in READY OFF and do not touch orange high-voltage components.
• Disconnect the 12V battery negative cable before starting.
• Support the engine/transaxle with a jack and wood block; never let a mount carry the weight while removed.
• Use jack stands on level ground. Never work under a vehicle supported only by a jack.
• Let the exhaust and engine cool fully before starting.
• Do not pry on wiring harnesses, coolant hoses, or hybrid cables.

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🔧 Required Tools

You'll need the following tools for this repair:

• Floor jack (rated 3-ton minimum)
• Jack stands (rated for vehicle weight)
• Wheel chocks
• Metric socket set
• 10mm socket
• 12mm socket
• 14mm socket
• 17mm socket
• 21mm socket
• Ratchet
• Breaker bar
• Torque wrench
• Long extension
• Universal joint socket adapter
• Engine support bar (specialty)
• Hydraulic jack
• Wood block
• Trim tool
• Safety glasses
• Mechanic gloves

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🔩 Required Parts

HowToo sells all the parts you need for this repair:

• Engine mount set - Qty: 1
• Transmission mount - Qty: 1
• Subframe-to-mount bolts - Qty: 1 set
• Mount bracket bolts - Qty: 1 set

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📋 Before You Begin

• Park on level ground and set the parking brake.
• Place wheel chocks behind the rear wheels.
• Open the hood and save radio settings if needed.
• Disconnect the 12V battery negative cable and wait at least 90 seconds.
• Lift the front of the vehicle and support it securely on jack stands.
• Take a photo of the mount layout first.

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🔨 Step-by-Step Instructions

Follow these steps in order:

Step 1: Disconnect power and raise the vehicle

• Use a 10mm socket to disconnect the 12V battery negative cable.
• Lift the front of the vehicle with a floor jack and support it with jack stands.
• Remove the lower engine cover with a 10mm socket or trim tool, if equipped.

Step 2: Support the powertrain

• Position a hydraulic jack with a wood block under the engine/transaxle area.
• Raise it just enough to hold the weight. Do not lift the vehicle.
• Only remove one mount at a time.

Step 3: Remove the upper mount assembly

• Use a 12mm socket and 14mm socket to remove the mount fasteners from the body side and bracket.
• If access is tight, use a long extension and universal joint socket adapter.
• Remove the mount and bracket assembly.
• Torque on installation: Torque mount fasteners to 59 Nm (44 ft-lbs).

Step 4: Remove the side mount

• Use a 14mm socket and 17mm socket to remove the side mount bolts.
• Lower or raise the jack slightly to unload the mount if needed.
• Remove the mount carefully from the engine bay.
• Torque on installation: Torque side mount bolts to 64 Nm (47 ft-lbs).

Step 5: Remove the transmission mount

• Use a 14mm socket, 17mm socket, and 21mm socket to remove the transmission mount fasteners.
• If needed, use a breaker bar for stubborn bolts.
• Remove the mount and inspect the bracket for cracks or separation.
• Torque on installation: Torque transmission mount fasteners to 76 Nm (56 ft-lbs).

Step 6: Install the new mounts

• Install each new mount in the reverse order of removal.
• Start all bolts by hand before tightening any of them.
• Keep the engine/transaxle supported so the holes line up naturally.
• Hand-start every bolt first.

Step 7: Tighten to final torque

• Use a torque wrench to tighten each mount fastener to the specified torque.
• Recheck that the mounts sit flat and the brackets are not twisted.
• Remove the jack support only after all fasteners are fully torqued.

Step 8: Reassemble and lower the vehicle

• Reinstall the lower engine cover with a 10mm socket.
• Lower the vehicle from the jack stands.
• Reconnect the 12V battery negative cable with a 10mm socket.

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✅ After Repair

• Start the vehicle and let it idle in Park.
• Check for vibration, clunks, or drivetrain movement.
• Shift from Park to Reverse and Drive with your foot on the brake and listen for abnormal movement.
• Road test gently and recheck the mount fasteners after the test drive if any were loosened for access.

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💰 DIY vs Shop Cost

Shop Cost: ₹18,000-₹40,000 (parts + labor)

DIY Cost: ₹8,000-₹20,000 (parts only)

You Save: ₹10,000-₹20,000 by doing it yourself!

Shop labor rates vary but typically run ₹2,500-₹5,000/hour. This repair takes a shop approximately 4-6 hours.

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