Engine torque rod left

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1999 CADILLAC DEVILLE
0.8L
V8
2WD
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197,000 MILES

I was just wondering if I needed to lift the engine to replace the toque rod? The back bushing is crumbling apart. How difficult would you say this job will be?

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Sunday, July 30th, 2017 AT 2:08 AM

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No just unbolt it remove it and get another one. The most you may have to do is move engine backwards maybe. To align new rod. See picture.

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Sunday, July 30th, 2017 AT 8:36 AM

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Sweet that is good news! Any tips on moving the engine? And is there anything I should look out for? Like for instance you want to mark tire rod ends so you know how far to screw them down for the align-mentor is it just a simple install?

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Sunday, July 30th, 2017 AT 1:24 PM

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*alignment.

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Sunday, July 30th, 2017 AT 1:25 PM

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It is just a simple install if two rods then both have to have bolt removed so if the engine needs to move back it can. Block wheels and put transmission in neutral is easier and do not poke holes in radiator you can use a 2x4 if it will fit about three feet long for better leverage.

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Sunday, July 30th, 2017 AT 2:10 PM