Transaxle Support Insulator: Installation

Clean the rear transaxle support insulator bolts using a wire brush and apply new threadlock to the threads.
Position the transaxle support insulator in place and install the upper 2 transaxle insulator-to-frame bolts.
- Tighten to 62 Nm (46 lb-ft).
Fig 1: Locating Upper Transaxle Insulator-To-Frame Bolts
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Install the transaxle insulator through bolt and flagnut.
- Tighten to 150 Nm (111 lb-ft).
Fig 2: Locating Transaxle Support Insulator Through Bolt
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Remove the floor jack and the Oil Pan Holding Fixture.

Fig 3: Positioning Floor Jack And Oil Pan Holding Fixture Under Oil Pan
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Install the ACL. For additional information, refer to ENGINE MECHANICAL - 3.5L -- FUSION & MKZ article.
Install the exhaust Y-pipe. For additional information, refer to EXHAUST SYSTEM -- FUSION, MILAN & MKZ article.
Position the transaxle support insulator in place and install the lower 2 transaxle insulator-to-frame bolts.
- Tighten to 62 Nm (46 lb-ft).
Fig 4: Locating Transaxle Insulator-To-Frame Bolts (Lower Side)
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Position the LH front structure-to-subframe splash shield in place and install the 6 pin-type retainers.

Fig 5: Locating LH Front Structure-To-Subframe Splash Shield
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Position the LH splash shield in place and install the 4 screws.

Fig 6: Locating LH Fender Splash Shield Screws
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Install the battery and battery tray. For additional information, refer to BATTERY, MOUNTING & CABLES -- FUSION, MILAN & MKZ article.