How to replace the motor mounts on the passenger and driver side?

Tiny
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  • 2012 BMW 528I
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  • 2WD
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  • 156,000 MILES
Hi, can you please tell me how to replace the motor mounts on the vehicle listed above both passenger and driver side? Please advise of any pitfalls or things to avoid, thank you.
Thursday, June 20th, 2024 AT 10:21 AM

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Tiny
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Sure, here is how to replace the engine mounts on both right and left side, you will need to support the engine with a floor jack or cradle jack, I would do one side at a time so you can tilt the engine to one side and then the other, the job is pretty straight forward but if you get stuck please let me know and upload images so I can help.

Release screws (1) and remove engine mount.

Installation note: Rubber part (1) of engine mount must point to center of vehicle.

Instructions for engine mount replacement
The condition of the engine mount cannot be reliably determined on the basis of an optical inspection. In order to ensure customer satisfaction, it is therefore recommended to replace both engine mounts to avoid repeat repairs. In a warranty case, always replace both engine mounts. Check out the images (below). Let us know if you need anything else.
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Thursday, June 20th, 2024 AT 5:16 PM

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