Bulletin: M15-09-02
Date: 3/15

SERVICE INFORMATION BULLETIN
Subject: COMMERCIAL FLEET CRADLE ENGINE MOUNT REINFORCEMENT

Models Affected: ALL 2011, 2012 AND 2014 MODEL YEAR VEHICLES

BACKGROUND
Some model MV-1 vehicles, typically operated under “Commercial Fleet” conditions, may
experience over time excessive wear of the Left Engine Mount Plate. In cases where damage has
resulted, a Suspension Cradle replacement may be necessary. For Engine Mount Plates exhibiting
minor stress yield, and for preventative maintenance of undamaged plates, installation of the
Cradle Engine Mount Reinforcement Kit is recommended.
WARRANTY
The provisions of the normal warranty policy apply. If installation is for preventative maintenance,
the kit and installation time is paid by the customer.
INSTALLATION TIME
The recommended installation time is 1.0 hour. Labor operation 09M330.
PARTS
Kit PN SP002141 can be obtained through the Dealer Communications System (DCS). Order one
kit per vehicle.

Copyright© 2015 Mobility Ventures LLC

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MV-1 ® is a trademark of Mobility Ventures LLC. All rights reserved.
The drawings and diagrams contained herein are for illustrative purposes only, are not to scale, and do not precisely depict the vehicle and parts represented. Drawings and text
may change without notice, and may not reflect the current design.

SPD000014

CRADLE ENGINE MOUNT REINFORCEMENT KIT
PN SP002141
The following parts are included in kit SP002141:
ITEM

DESCRIPTION

PART NUMBER

QTY

1
2
3
4

Instructions
Bracket - Reinf Cradle Eng Mnt, LH
Bolt, M8 X 1.25 X 20
Nut - Hex M8 X 1.25

SPD000014
PT020491
PT006745
PT020473

1
1
4
4

5
6
7
8

Shim - Reinf Brkt Cradle Eng Mnt, 2.3mm
Shim - Reinf Brkt Cradle Eng Mnt, 0.9mm
Shim - Reinf Brkt Cradle Eng Mnt, 0.5mm
Template - Reinf Brkt Cradle Eng Mnt, RR

PT020504
PT020505
PT020506
PT020659

1
2
1
1

9
10
11

Template - Reinf Brkt Cradle Eng Mnt, FRT
O-RING, Hose ASM, Rack to Cooler, Chassis Side
O-RING, P/S Pressure Hose, Strg Rack Side of Hose

PT020657
SP000626
SP000630

1
1
1

12

O-RING, Backup, P/S Pr. Hose, Strg Rack Side of Hose SP000629

1

PROCEDURE
1. Inspect the Engine Mount Plate and adjacent front and rear welded brackets under the left
Engine Mount for damage or cracking. Verify suspected cracks with an approprate dye kit. If
multiple cracks are present, it is recommended to replace Suspension Cradle (See Figure 1).
15 mm MAX.

FRONT

ENGINE MOUNT
PLATE

FRONT

15-WS10-044

ENGINE MOUNT MULTIPLE
PLATE
EXCESSIVE
CRACKING

SINGLE
CRACK

IMPLEMENT
REINFORCEMENT
KIT

REPLACE
CRADLE

Figure 1: Engine Plate and Bracket Inspection
Copyright© 2015 Mobility Ventures LLC

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MV-1 ® is a trademark of Mobility Ventures LLC. All rights reserved.
The drawings and diagrams contained herein are for illustrative purposes only, are not to scale, and do not precisely depict the vehicle and parts represented. Drawings and text
may change without notice, and may not reflect the current design.

2. If a single crack is verified of no greater than 15mm, drill-stop at the crack end(s) where
accessible with a 3/16” bit. Paint any newly exposed metal and install the reinforcement kit.
Note: It is recommended to coordinate this kit installation with a scheduled Engine Oil
and Filter change, as the oil filter must be removed.

3. Remove the Oil Filter. Remove left side Engine Mount nut and set aside for re-installation.
4. Disconnect the Power Steering Lines to the Rack & Pinion. Remove the two Rack & Pinion-toCradle bolts and nuts; do not disconnect the Tie Rod ends. Lay the Rack & Pinion assembly
across the lower control arms (See Figure 2).

RACK AND PINION
TO CRADLE
BOLTS

RACK AND PINION
CRADLE

15-WS09-003

Figure 2: Remove Rack & Pinion Assembly from Crossmember

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5. Using Front Engine Mount Bracket Template, align the positioning arm against the Engine
Mount Plate (See Figure 3). Mark two locations for drilling on the Front Engine Mount Bracket.

FRONT
TEMPLATE
ENGINE
MOUNT PLATE

FRONT ENGINE
MOUNT BRACKET
HOLES

15-WS10-041.1

Figure 3: Aligning Template on the Front Left Engine Mount Bracket

6. Using a 11/32-inch bit, drill two holes in the front Engine Mount Bracket where marked. Paint
any newly exposed metal.

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7. Using the Rear Engine Mount Bracket Template, align the beveled arm inside and against the
Engine Mount Plate (See Figure 4). Mark two locations for drilling on the Rear Engine Mount
Bracket.
REAR ENGINE
MOUNT BRACKET

REAR
TEMPLATE

HOLES
ENGINE
MOUNT PLATE

REAR
BEVELED ARM
AGAINST ENGINE TEMPLATE
MOUNT PLATE
15-WS10-042.2

Figure 4: Aligning Template on the Rear Left Engine Mount Bracket

8. Using a 11/32-inch bit, drill two holes in the rear Engine Mount Bracket where marked. Paint
any newly exposed metal.

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9. Angle the Reinforing Cradle Mount Bracket up and against the rear engine mount bracket (lift
engine slightly if needed), and align with the holes drilled in the previous steps. Hold against
the rear bracket and lightly secure with the Engine Mount Nut (See Figure 5).
REAR ENGINE
MOUNT BRACKET
BOLTS

FRONT ENGINE
MOUNT BRACKET

LEFT REINFORCING
CRADLE ENGINE
MOUNT BRACKET

NUTS
NUTS

15-WS10-043

ENGINE
MOUNT NUT

BOLTS
SHIMS

Figure 5: Reinforing Cradle Mount Bracket Installation

10. Apply high strength thread locking fluid to four bolts and loosely secure the new Reinforcing
Bracket to the drilled front and rear engine mount brackets (See Figure 5).
11. Using the supplied shims, insert the necessary mix and quantity between the new
Reinforcement Bracket and the front engine mount bracket to eliminate any void.
12. Tighten the original Engine Mount Nut and torque to 85 Nm (63 lb-ft).
13. Tighten the four bracket nuts to 37 Nm (27.3 lb-ft).

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14. Install an Oil Filter and replace any removed oil.
15. Install the Rack & Pinion by using the two Steering Rack & Pinion bolts and nuts. Apply
medium-strength thread locking fluid and tighten to 440 Nm (325 lb-ft).
O-RING

O-RING
BACK-UP
O-RING

BOLT

POWER STEERING
FLUID TUBES

Figure 6: Power Steering Hose Connections

16. Install new O-ring seals on the power steering pressure line and the lower power steering
rack-to-cooler hose (See Figure 6).
17. Connect the power steering pressure line and the lower power steering rack-to-cooler hose
and install the steering line clamp plate bolt. Torque to 23 Nm (17 lb-ft).
18. Fill the power steering system.
•
•
•

Fill the power steering fluid reservoir between the “MIN” and "MAX" level.
With the cap off, turn the key to the “ON” position.
Raise the vehicle off the ground enough to turn the steering wheel from
lock-to-lock repeatedly.
• Check fluid for air bubbles.
• Add fluid if necessary.
• If air bubbles exist, repeat lock-to-lock process

19. Install the reservoir cap and start the vehicle.
NOTE: Repeat this until signs of cavitation or fluid aeration (pump noise/whining) have
stopped.

20. Lower the vehicle to the ground and turn steering wheel from lock to lock.
• Shut the vehicle off.
• Recheck the fluid levels with the cap/dipstick.
• Add fluids if necessary.

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