Do I need to support the engine when doing the lower mount?
2007 FORD FOCUS
190,000 MILES • V6 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
ROBERT CLARK2
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I replaced the 2 upper motor mounts. I need to replace the bottom one now, but I wondered if I have to support the motor or not.
Apr 14, 2023 at 9:06 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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110,190 POSTS
Hi,
There wasn't a V6 used in the focus. It should be either a 2.0L or a 2.3L 4-cylinder. Let me know what you have so I can determine the correct procedure for you.
Joe
Apr 14, 2023 at 8:43 PM
ROBERT CLARK2
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2.0 4L
Apr 15, 2023 at 9:22 AM
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
CAR REPAIR CONTRIBUTOR
110,190 POSTS
Hi,
The manual shows the engine is supported. See pic below. You should be able to use a floor jack under the oil pan just to hold weight. Just make sure to put something like a 2x4 or 2x6 between the jack and pan to protect it.
I hope this helps.
Joe
See pic below.
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Apr 15, 2023 at 9:58 PM
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