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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
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HOMESERVICE MANUALSFORD2012ESCAPE 2WD L4-2.5LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSION AND DRIVETRAINAUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLETRANSMISSION MOUNTSERVICE AND REPAIRTRANSAXLE SUPPORT INSULATOR - LH
2012 Ford Escape 2WD L4-2.5L
Transaxle Support Insulator - LH
2012 Ford Escape 2WD L4-2.5LSECTION Transaxle Support Insulator - LH
Transaxle Support Insulator - LH
Transaxle Support Insulator - LH Exploded View
Removal and Installation
All vehicles
1. Remove the Air Cleaner (ACL) assembly and outlet pipe.
Vehicles equipped with a 2.5L engine
2. Install the Engine Support Bar and Adapters and support the engine and transaxle.
Vehicles equipped with a 3.0L engine
3. Remove the 2 upper radiator hose retainers from the radiator support and position aside the upper radiator hose.
4. Disconnect the LH Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) electrical connector, remove the wiring harness retainer from the LH valve cover and position aside the wiring harness.
5. Remove the 2 retainers from the valve cover studs, remove the retainer from the main control cover stud and position aside the alternator power cable.
6. Install the Engine Lifting Bracket and the Universal Mounting Brackets on both cylinder heads.
7. Install the Engine Support Bar, Support Leg and Adapters.
8. Install the Engine Lifting Chain and Adapter and support the engine and transaxle.
All vehicles
9. Remove the LH support insulator.
1. Remove the LH support insulator through bolt.
- To install, tighten to 103 Nm (76 lb-ft).
2. Remove the top LH support insulator bolts.
- To install, tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
3. Remove the side LH support insulator bolts.
- To install, tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
4. Remove the LH support insulator.
10. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.