engine

Engine Mounts - All

for 2017 Maserati Levante 3.0L V6 Twin Turbo · AWD

Editorial review:Chris Hackleman — Master Technician · 20+ years · Jeff Moore — Master Lexus & Toyota Mechanic · 20+ years

Difficulty

Advanced

Time

6.8 h

Tools

Steps

✓Expert-verified. Personally reviewed and approved by OLP's master technicians (Chris Hackleman & Jeff Moore — 20+ years each). Always follow the vehicle's factory service information and torque specs.

Complete replacement of all engine and transmission mounts on the 2017 Maserati Levante 3.0L V6 Twin Turbo, including left and right engine mounts, rear transmission mount, and torque mount.

Warnings

⚠️Engine must be properly supported at all times during this procedure. Failure to adequately support the engine can result in catastrophic damage or serious injury.

⚠️Never work under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always use proper jack stands rated for the vehicle weight.

⚠Allow engine to cool completely before beginning work. Components may remain hot for several hours after operation.

⚠Do not loosen more than one mount at a time without verifying engine support is adequate to prevent shifting.

ℹ️This procedure requires precise torque specifications on all mount bolts. Using incorrect torque can cause engine vibration, premature mount failure, or component damage.

Tools required

Engine support fixture or overhead engine hoistEssential

Hydraulic floor jack with wide padEssential

Jack stands (minimum 4)Essential

Torque wrench (10-100 Nm range)Essential

Socket set (10mm-22mm)

Ratcheting wrench set

Pry bar

Wire brush for cleaning mating surfaces

Inspection mirror

Transmission jack or additional floor jackEssential

Parts

Left engine mount assembly × 1 — Use OEM specification
Right engine mount assembly × 1 — Use OEM specification
Rear transmission mount assembly × 1 — Use OEM specification
Front torque mount assembly × 1 — Use OEM specification
Mount hardware kit (bolts and washers) × 1 — Use OEM specification

Preparation

Park vehicle on level surface and engage parking brake
Disconnect negative battery terminal and secure cable away from battery post
Remove engine cover by pulling upward on front clips and sliding forward to release rear tabs
Raise vehicle on lift or jack and support securely on jack stands at all four corners
Remove front undertray panels to access lower engine compartment
Install engine support fixture across engine bay or position overhead hoist with load leveler attached to engine lift points
Take up slight tension on engine support to pre-load but do not lift engine yet
Document routing of any wiring harnesses or hoses that may interfere with mount access

Procedure

1
Support powertrain and prepare for mount removal
Carefully raise engine using support fixture approximately 5-10mm to unload mounts while keeping powertrain aligned. Place hydraulic jack with wide pad under transmission pan (use wood block to protect pan) and raise slightly to support transmission weight independently. Verify engine is stable and all weight is off the mounts before proceeding.
⚠️Verify engine support is secure and stable before loosening any mount bolts. Check that no hoses, wiring, or components are under tension.
2
Remove right engine mount
From under vehicle, locate right engine mount between engine block and frame rail. Disconnect any electrical connectors for active mount control if equipped. Remove upper mount-to-block bolts first, then remove lower mount-to-frame bolts. Carefully extract mount from mounting position, noting orientation and any shims present.
Torque spec
Engine Mount-to-Block Bolts65 Nm (48 lb-ft)
Engine Mount-to-Frame Bolts75 Nm (55 lb-ft)
3
Remove left engine mount
Access left engine mount from wheel well and underneath. Remove wheel well liner clips as needed for clearance. Disconnect electrical connector if equipped with active mount. Remove mount-to-block bolts and mount-to-frame bolts. Note that through-bolt may be present depending on mount design; remove if applicable. Extract mount assembly and inspect mounting surfaces.
Torque spec
Engine Mount-to-Block Bolts65 Nm (48 lb-ft)
Engine Mount-to-Frame Bolts75 Nm (55 lb-ft)
Mount Through Bolt93 Nm (68 lb-ft)
4
Remove front torque mount
Locate torque mount (upper engine stabilizer mount) between front of engine and subframe/radiator support. This mount may have mounting bolts on engine side and through-bolt on frame side. Remove mounting bolts securing torque mount to engine bracket. Remove through-bolt or mounting bolts securing mount to frame. Remove mount assembly.
Torque spec
Mounting Bolts50 Nm (37 lb-ft)
Through-Bolt85 Nm (63 lb-ft)
5
Remove rear transmission mount
With transmission supported by jack, locate rear transmission mount between transmission crossmember and chassis. Remove transmission mount bolts securing mount to transmission or transmission crossmember. Remove bolts securing mount to chassis/subframe. Lower transmission jack slightly if needed for clearance and remove mount assembly. Inspect crossmember for damage or cracks.
⚠Ensure transmission jack is stable and properly positioned before removing mount bolts. Transmission may shift slightly when mount is removed.
Torque spec
Transmission Mount Bolts65 Nm (48 lb-ft)
6
Clean all mounting surfaces
Use wire brush to thoroughly clean all mounting surfaces on engine block, transmission, frame rails, and subframe where mounts attach. Remove all rust, debris, old rubber residue, and corrosion. Inspect mounting bolt holes for damage or stripped threads. Clean mounting bolt threads with wire brush. Inspect all mounting brackets for cracks or deformation.
ℹ️Clean mating surfaces are critical for proper mount seating and torque retention. Any debris or corrosion can prevent proper torque values from being achieved.
Torque spec
Gasket Surface Bolts22 Nm (16 lb-ft)
7
Install new right engine mount
Position new right engine mount between engine block and frame rail in correct orientation. Start all bolts by hand before tightening any. Install and hand-tighten mount-to-block bolts first, then mount-to-frame bolts. Using torque wrench, tighten mount-to-block bolts to specification, then tighten mount-to-frame bolts to specification. Reconnect electrical connector if equipped.
Torque spec
Engine Mount-to-Block Bolts65 Nm (48 lb-ft)
Engine Mount-to-Frame Bolts75 Nm (55 lb-ft)
8
Install new left engine mount
Position new left engine mount in mounting location. Install mount-to-block bolts and mount-to-frame bolts, starting all fasteners by hand. If mount uses through-bolt design, install through-bolt but do not fully tighten yet. Torque mount-to-block bolts to specification, then mount-to-frame bolts. If applicable, torque through-bolt last. Reconnect electrical connector if equipped.
Torque spec
Engine Mount-to-Block Bolts65 Nm (48 lb-ft)
Engine Mount-to-Frame Bolts75 Nm (55 lb-ft)
Mount Through Bolt93 Nm (68 lb-ft)
9
Install new front torque mount
Position new torque mount assembly between engine and front subframe. Install mounting bolts to engine bracket and start by hand. Install through-bolt or frame mounting bolts and start by hand. Torque mounting bolts to specification first, then torque through-bolt or frame bolts to specification. Verify mount is centered and not binding.
Torque spec
Mounting Bolts50 Nm (37 lb-ft)
Through-Bolt85 Nm (63 lb-ft)
10
Install new rear transmission mount
Raise transmission jack to align transmission with new mount position. Position new rear transmission mount on crossmember. Install transmission mount bolts and start by hand. Align mount to chassis mounting points and install frame bolts by hand. Torque all transmission mount bolts to specification. Verify mount is properly seated and aligned.
Torque spec
Transmission Mount Bolts65 Nm (48 lb-ft)
11
Lower engine and verify alignment
Slowly and carefully lower engine support fixture to transfer weight onto new mounts. Lower transmission jack slightly while observing alignment. Engine should settle evenly onto all mounts without binding or misalignment. Check that no hoses, wiring, or components are under strain. Verify all mount bolts remain tight and mounts are properly compressed.
⚠Lower engine very slowly while observing all clearances. Stop immediately if any binding, unusual movement, or component contact is observed.
12
Final torque verification and inspection
With engine weight now on mounts, perform final torque verification on all mount bolts following proper tightening sequence. Re-torque any bolts that may have shifted during engine settling. Inspect all mounts visually for proper seating, alignment, and full compression. Check that no mount shows signs of immediate failure or improper installation. Remove engine support fixture and transmission jack.

Reassembly

Reinstall front undertray panels and secure all fasteners
Reinstall wheel well liner clips if removed for access
Reinstall engine cover, ensuring rear tabs engage before seating front clips
Reconnect negative battery terminal and torque to specification
Lower vehicle from jack stands or lift

Verification

Start engine and allow to idle, listening for unusual noises or vibrations that might indicate improper mount installation
With engine idling, shift transmission through all gear ranges while observing engine movement - should be minimal and controlled
Rev engine moderately and observe that engine does not contact any surrounding components or chassis
Perform test drive including moderate acceleration, deceleration, and turning to verify mounts are controlling engine movement properly
Re-inspect all mount bolts after test drive for any loosening or movement
Verify no new vibrations are present at idle, during acceleration, or at highway speeds
Check that no warning lights or fault codes are present related to active mount control if equipped

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