1992-2002 Saturn S-Series Vehicles
Please distribute this bulletin to: Parts Manager and all Technicians
This bulletin contains new sag measurement and replacement procedures for upper engine mounts.
The first design upper engine mount (P/N 2101285) is being reintroduced into production and will be the only mount used to service all 1992-2002 Saturn S-Series vehicles. This first design mount requires longer engine front cover studs (P/N 21008003).
Refer to "Engine Mount Sag Measurement Procedures" in this bulletin to verify the need for upper engine mount assembly replacement. If replacement is required, refer to "Engine Mount Assembly Removal Procedure, " "Front Cover Stud Installation Procedure," and "Engine Mount Assembly Installation Procedure" in this bulletin.
The measurement procedure in Step 2 of this procedure can be used to measure
sag on both first and second design engine mounts.Important
The measurement procedure in step 2 can only be used for the second design mount.Important
If the engine mount front cover stud turns or comes out during nut removal,
the stud must be fully installed prior to installing the mount and/or nut. Damage
to the front cover may occur if the stud is driven with the nut and does not sufficiently
engage the front cover threads.Notice
If the engine mount front cover stud turns or comes out during nut removal,
the stud must be fully installed prior to installing the mount and/or nut. Damage
to the front cover may occur if the stud is driven with the nut and does not sufficiently
engage the front cover threads.Notice
If the vehicle has first design mount, the front cover studs can be reused with
new mount. If the vehicle has second design mount, new longer front cover studs are
required with new mount.Important
Do not overapply threadlocker or allow it to accumulate in bottom of hole. The
front cover could be damaged when the stud is installed.Notice
If reinstalling a previously installed stud, the threads must be thoroughly
cleaned before applying threadlocker. If installing a new stud, the stud may or may
not have a pre-applied threadlocker. The front cover stud hole must be thoroughly
cleaned using a 10 mm x 1.5 tap to clean the threads
and compressed air to remove particles from the stud hole.Important
The engine mount front cover stud torque specification is new and should be
used for repairs on all 1992-2002 S-Series front cover studs.Important
Tighten the engine mount front cover studs to 10 N·m (89 lb in).
If equipped, install ground strap to stud on intake manifold side before installing
new nut.Important
Tighten the engine mount-to-front cover nuts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).
When lowering the powertrain, it will be necessary to guide the mount over the
midrail bracket studs to prevent damage to the stud threads.Notice
Tighten the engine mount-to-midrail bracket nuts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).
Make sure the vehicle is properly supported and squarely positioned prior to
lifting. To help avoid personal injury when a vehicle is on a hoist, provide additional
support for the vehicle on the opposite end from which components are to be removed.Caution
Tighten the engine strut bracket-to-cradle nuts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).
Part Description | 1st Design | 2nd Design | Quantity Required |
---|---|---|---|
ENGINE MOUNT ASM | 21012185 | N/A* | 1 |
STUD-ENG MT | 21008003 | 210075845 | 3 |
NUT-ENG MT | 21006320 | 21006320 | 5 |
LOCTITE 242 | 21485277 | 21485277 | 1 |
*Second design engine mount is no longer available |
To receive credit for this repair during the warranty coverage period, submit a claim through the Saturn Dealer System for J1504 (Mount Torque Axis - Replace), or if another procedure is performed, refer to the appropriate Electronic Labor Time Guide for the correct Labor Operation Code and Time.
Loctite 242 (part number 21485277) may be claimed as material using net item type "M." Claims received in the amount of $4.62 ($3.55 dealer cost plus 30% parts allowance) will be accepted. Claims exceeding the material mount will be returned with return reason 143 - material amount > maximum allowed. Retailer "B" authorization code will not override this return reason.
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