Purpose, Function
The engine mount secures the engine and transaxle to the vehicle body, reducing vibration and noise.
Construction
The three points at the engine front (No.3 engine mount), one side of the transaxle (No.1 engine mount), and the rear upper part of the transaxle (No.4 engine mount) are supported.

With the adoption of the oil-filled bushing type for the No.3 engine mount and No.4 engine mount rubber, the damper effect has been improved.

Operation
By locating the one side of the transaxle (No.1 engine mount) to the transaxle lower end, the No.1 engine mount absorbs the rotation force to the powertrain generated during engine torque fluctuation. The layout is designed to disperse the rotation force to the front/back directions of the engine.

Engine Mount Disassembly/Assembly
Piston AssemblyAir Mix Actuator Removal/Installation [Full Auto Air Conditioner]
Driver-side
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Side wall (driver-side).
b. Front heat duct (LH).
3. Disconnect the air mix actuator connector.
4. Remove the screw.
5. Remove the driver-side air mix actuator.
6. Install in the reverse order ...
Timing Chain Removal/Installation
WARNING:
A hot engine can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait until it
is cool before servicing.
CAUTION:
If the camshaft is rotated with the timing chain removed and the piston at
the top dead center position, the valve may contact the piston and the engine ...
Filament Inspection
1. Switch the ignition ON (engine off).
2. Turn the rear window defroster switch on.
CAUTION:
Directly touching the rear window defroster filament with the lead of the
tester could damage it. Wrap aluminum foil around the end of the lead and inspect
the filament by touching it ...