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Engine Mount Replacement Instructions

Model: BMW Serie 3 E46 - Years: 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
Part: Engine

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The failure of the rubber engine mounts is quite evident as the engine tends to move excessively at idle and makes noise, especially during starting and braking. Replacing these mounts is fairly simple; just remove the lower mounting nut and then the upper one, lift the engine using a jack under the oil pan just enough to remove the old mounts (driver side and passenger side - it is recommended to replace both) and insert the new ones.

Then lower the engine and tighten the mounting nuts of the mounts.


Updated on 16 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


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