A couple maint./repair questions for my 2002 I35

[DougM.]

Hi guys!

thanks for allowing me to sully your ranks!

I need to get my 2002 I35 in for transmission maintenance, and will probably do the drain and fill, instead of the flush. What fluid does everyone recommend? I noticed that Amsoil ATF has a synthethic fluid, so I'm thinking this may be a possibility?

Also, I've got a bit of a clunk going over bumps on the front passenger side, which wasn't relieved by installed new struts all around. In reading, i've noticed more than a few people saying that they found it was a weak motor mount, and after changing it out, it went away. I'm planning to order the motor mount for that location, but wanted to ensure I order the right one. Here is the one that I found, that i think is the right one:

http://www.partsgeek.com/catalog/2002/i ... mount.html

Lastly, I plan on buying the part and having a local shop owner that I know install it for me. What kind of labor time am i looking for this part?

Thanks for any help, I appreciate the input! Looks like a great forum to be a part of.

Doug

[MTZI30]

Im not sure a motor mount would cause a clunk. These mounts are electricly controled. A bad mount would sound like a kind of buzzing/whining sound. A clunk sounds like a bad bushing. As for labor on the mount, all data says 1.4 hours for one.

[the converted]

Motor mount could cause the clunk. When you did the struts did you do new strut bearings too?

[Markc]

The mount you are looking for is the "Engine Mount Right", it's the one on the passenger side by the drive belts. I replaced mine and it solved the clunk problem. It shouldn't take any more than 1-2 hours to install.
I used Mobil semi synthetic when I did the drain/refill on my transmission.