Damond Motorsports Hyundai/Kia Rear Motor Mount Install Guide
Looking to plant power to the ground, reduce drivetrain slop, drastically lessen wheel hop, all while adding minimal NVH? Look no further, Damond Motorsports has the answer in the DM Rear Motor Mount for many Hyundai and Kia models.
Here is our install guide.
WARNING:
By installing this Product, you understand that:
The buyer/user assumes all risk as to quality, performance and use of these products and agrees to hold DD2, Inc. DBA Damond Motorsports (“DM”) and its representatives not responsible for any injury, loss, or damage; including any and all incidental or consequential damages arising from the sale, installation, or use of our products.
Many parts are intended for “OFF ROAD ” and “RACING” applications only. It is suggested that State and Federal emission regulation be checked, to see whether or not this product complies with those laws. Read through the instruction guide thoroughly, before attempting this install. Do not install any components while the engine is running or shortly after the car has been running. Give the car some time to cool down. Failure to install this product correctly, or failure to remove/reinstall existing components correctly, could result in poor running conditions, or even component and engine failure, which the sole user of this product is responsible for. The install instructions are intended to guide you on how to install this product properly. Only an experienced mechanic should perform this install. In addition, DM, and its representatives reserve the right to modify and or discontinue parts without notice. If you the user/buyer of this product do not agree with the above, contact DM immediately, to discuss a possible return of our product for a full refund minus shipping costs, and other fees.
Tools Needed:
- Safe means of lifting and supporting the vehicle: jack and jack stands, wheel ramps, or lift.
- Torque Wrench
- Socket wrench and breaker bar
- 14mm socket
- 17mm deep socket
- 18mm deep socket
- 16mm socket or wrench
- 17mm socket or wrench
Begin by lifting and supporting the vehicle. Remove the factory undertray, if equipped.
Locate the factory rear motor mount, securing the drivetrain to the subframe/K member.
Loosen and remove the 17mm nut and bolt connecting the mount to the drivetrain. This bolt and nut will be reused.
Next remove the 2 x 14mm bolts securing the mount to the subframe, and remove the mount from the vehicle.
Wipe down the subframe where the mount will go with a rag.
Install the subframe bracket first to the subframe, with the dogbone portion of the Damond mount loosely attached. Loosely tighten the 2 provided 14mm bolts.
Next position the front of the Damond mount into the bracket on the drivetrain, and install the previously removed 17mm bolt and nut.
Lastly tighten the bolts in the order indicated in this image.
First the 17mm nut at the front of the mount to 95Nm while holding the 17mm bolt in place.
Secondly the 18mm locknut to 95Nm while holding the 16mm bolt in place.
Lastly the 2 x 14mm bolts to 55Nm
The Damond Motorsports Rear Motor Mount is now installed!
Lower the vehicle, and go for a quick test drive to ensure there's no knocking from bolts not being fully tightened. Note: there will be added NVH immediately upon installing the mount. Generally after 500-1500 miles some of the NVH will subside to a bit lower than immediately after installing the mount. At 100-250 miles we strongly recommend checking the torque of all the fasteners accessible without fully removing the mount.
Congratulations! You've successfully installed the Damond Motorsports Rear Motor Mount. Enjoy all the benefits the mount has to offer on your Hyundia or Kia!