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Father Ted · Aug 10th, 2020, 20:42

Hi All.
Has anyone replaced the gearbox torque mount on an XC90 2003?
I have a small issue on start up where, it feels, the engine moves a little too much. I replaced the top mount as it was shot and this did improve matters, but it hasn't fully cured the issue. So, I'm thinking it is the torque mount.
I just watched a Youtube video and they first removed the top mount and front vacuum mount.
Now, I did this job on my V70 and it took less time than to make a cuppa! Is it really necessary on an XC90 to remove these other mounts?
It seems to me that it is just 4 bolts and a straight swap. But! I can't afford to screw this up as I have a lot of journeys over the next few weeks. If it is a big job, then I'll live with it until I can afford to have the car off the road. If it is a simple as I hope, then I might give it a go this weekend.

Aug 10th, 2020, 20:42	#1
Father Ted Master Member Last Online: Feb 28th, 2023 20:25 Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Wirral	Gearbox Torque Mount Hi All. Has anyone replaced the gearbox torque mount on an XC90 2003? I have a small issue on start up where, it feels, the engine moves a little too much. I replaced the top mount as it was shot and this did improve matters, but it hasn't fully cured the issue. So, I'm thinking it is the torque mount. I just watched a Youtube video and they first removed the top mount and front vacuum mount. Now, I did this job on my V70 and it took less time than to make a cuppa! Is it really necessary on an XC90 to remove these other mounts? It seems to me that it is just 4 bolts and a straight swap. But! I can't afford to screw this up as I have a lot of journeys over the next few weeks. If it is a big job, then I'll live with it until I can afford to have the car off the road. If it is a simple as I hope, then I might give it a go this weekend. __________________ 2003 V70 2.4SE Auto. Gone now. 2003 XC90 D5. Auto.