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 AssemblyDashboard Under Cover Removal/Installation
1. Detach hooks A in the direction of arrow (1) shown in the figure.
2. Pull the dashboard under cover in the direction of arrow (2) while detaching
pins B.
3. Remove the dashboard under cover in the direction of the arrow (3) shown in
the figure while detaching the guide C.
CAUTION:
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Windshield Removal
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Windshield wiper arm and blade.
b. Cowl grille.
c. Rain sensor (with auto light/wiper system).
d. Auto-dimming mirror (with auto-dimming mirror).
e. Rearview mirror (without auto-dimming mirror).
f. A-pillar t ...
Hood Latch Switch
Purpose
Detects the open/closed condition of the hood.
Function
The hood latch switch is utilized in the theft-deterrent system control.
For the theft-deterrent system, refer to (see THEFT-DETERRENT SYSTEM.).
Construction
Built into the hood latch ...