How do you remove and install a transaxle mount on Kia Optima?

First, it is necessary to take a large screwdriver or prybar and place it in between the mount and the transaxle, then lift. Check to see that the transaxle does not shift out of place from the mount; if it does, the mount should be replaced. Two lower mounts are at the front and at the rear end of the transaxle and there is another assembly referred to as the upper mount assembly. Place a jack under the transaxle to support it from below, thereafter, you remove the nuts and bolts to remove the mount and depending on the clearance needed, raise the transaxle slightly. The removal and the installation are the opposite processes and during the installation the mount fasteners have to be placed onto the mount and onto the vehicle before they are tightened.

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Kia Optima Transaxle Mounting Bracket Assembly
Part Number: 218303Q750
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- Other Name: Bracket Assembly-Transmission Mounting; Transmission Mount
- Replaced by: 218302T150
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2011-2015 Kia Optima | 2.0L - Theta 2, 2.4L - Theta 2 | Sedan - 4Door 5P
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Kia Optima Roll Rod Bracket Assembly
Part Number: 219502T100
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- Other Name: Bracket Assembly-Roll Rod; Lower Mount
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- 2011-2015 Kia Optima | 2.4L - Theta 2 | Sedan - 4Door 5P
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Kia Optima Engine Mounting Bracket Assembly
Part Number: 218102G000
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- Other Name: Bracket Assembly-Engine Mounting
- Replaced by: 218102G400
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2010 Kia Optima | High Grade, Middle Grade | 2.4L, 2.4L - Theta 2, 2.4L - Theta FF | 4 Door Sedan, Sedan - 4Door 5P
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Kia Optima Bracket Assembly-Roll Rod
Part Number: 21950D4400
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- Other Name: Strut, Torque Arm
- Replaced by: 21950D4000
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- 2016-2020 Kia Optima | 2.0L - Theta 2, 2.4L - Theta 2 | Sedan - 4Door 5P
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Kia Optima Roll Rod Bracket Assembly
Part Number: 219502T000
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- Other Name: Bracket Assembly-Roll Rod; Lower Mount
- Replaced by: 219504R000
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- 2011-2015 Kia Optima | 2.0L - Theta 2 | Sedan - 4Door 5P
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Kia Optima Bracket Assembly-Transmission
Part Number: 21830D4100
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- Other Name: Bracket Assembly-Transmission Mounting; Transmission Mount
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- 2016-2020 Kia Optima | 2.0L - Theta 2, 2.4L - Theta 2 | Sedan - 4Door 5P
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Kia Optima Engine Support Bracket Assembly
Part Number: 216702G000
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- Other Name: Bracket Assembly-Engine Support
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- 2011-2015 Kia Optima | 2.0L - Theta 2, 2.4L - Theta 2 | Sedan - 4Door 5P
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Kia Optima Transaxle Mounting Bracket Assembly
Part Number: 218302T750
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- Other Name: Bracket Assembly-Transmission Mounting; Transmission Mount
- Replaced by: 218303V200
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2011-2015 Kia Optima | 2.0L - Theta 2 | Sedan - 4Door 5P
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Kia Optima Engine Support Bracket Assembly
Part Number: 216702B210
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- Other Name: Bracket Assembly-Engine Support; Support Bracket
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- 2016-2020 Kia Optima | 1.6L - GAMMA | Sedan - 4Door 5P
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Kia Optima Roll Support Bracket
Part Number: 431762D022
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- Other Name: Bracket-Roll Support,Rear
- Position: Rear
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- 2016-2020 Kia Optima | 1.6L - GAMMA | Sedan - 4Door 5P
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Kia Optima Engine Mounting Support Bracket
Part Number: 2167025003
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- Other Name: Bracket Assembly-Engine Support; Engine Support, Mount Bracket
- Replaces: 2167025002
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Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2010 Kia Optima | High Grade, Middle Grade | 2.4L, 2.4L - Theta 2, 2.4L - Theta FF | 4 Door Sedan, Sedan - 4Door 5P
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Kia Optima Engine Support Bracket Assembly
Part Number: 216702GGB1
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- Other Name: Bracket Assembly-Engine Support
- Replaces: 216702GGB0
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- 2016-2020 Kia Optima | 2.0L - Theta 2, 2.4L - Theta 2 | Sedan - 4Door 5P
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Kia Optima Roll Rod Bracket Assembly
Part Number: 21950C2050
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- Other Name: Bracket Assembly-Roll Rod; Strut, Torque Arm
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- 2016-2020 Kia Optima | 1.6L - GAMMA | Sedan - 4Door 5P
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Kia Optima Transaxle Mounting Bracket Assembly
Part Number: 218302T050
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- Other Name: Bracket Assembly-Transmission Mounting
- Replaced by: 218302T350
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- 2011-2013 Kia Optima | 2.4L - Theta 2 | Sedan - 4Door 5P
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Kia Optima Bracket-Roll Rod Support
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- 2016-2020 Kia Optima | 2.4L - Theta 2 | Sedan - 4Door 5P
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Kia Optima Packing-Transmission Mounting Side
Part Number: 21880C1000
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- Other Name: Packing-Transmission Mounting Side Panel; Transmission Mount Gasket
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- 2016-2018 Kia Optima | 1.6L - GAMMA, 2.0L - Theta 2, 2.4L - Theta 2 | Sedan - 4Door 5P
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Kia Optima Transaxle Mounting Bracket Assembly
Part Number: 452113B270
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- Other Name: Bracket Assembly-Transaxle Mounting
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- 2011-2015 Kia Optima | 2.0L - Theta 2 | Sedan - 4Door 5P
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Kia Optima Transaxle Mounting Bracket Assembly
Part Number: 452113B870
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- Other Name: Bracket Assembly-Transaxle Mounting
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- 2011-2013 Kia Optima | 2.4L - Theta 2 | Sedan - 4Door 5P
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Kia Optima Bracket Assembly-Roll Rod
Part Number: 21950C1400
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- Other Name: Strut, Torque Arm
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- 2016-2020 Kia Optima | 2.0L - Theta 2 | Sedan - 4Door 5P
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Kia Optima Bracket-Transmission Mounting
Part Number: 218302G700
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Transmission Mount
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Kia's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006-2010 Kia Optima | High Grade, Middle Grade | 2.7L, 2.7L - MU | 4 Door Sedan, Sedan - 4Door 5P

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Kia Optima Transmission Mount

Kia Optima Transmission Mount helps keep the drivetrain in place by connecting the gearbox to the subframe and dampens engine vibrations that might, in turn, rattle the passengers or make for poor smooth shifting. A typical Kia Optima has a pair of side engine supports and front and rear torque links, but it is the single Transmission Mount under the tail of the transaxle that does the important work of controlling fore and aft motion that can otherwise break out the cable or cause loud clunks. The Transmission Mount comes with two steel brackets separated by a rubber insulator that flexes slightly to absorb shock, and newer models of the Kia Optima upgraded to hydraulic versions filled with fluid to absorb shocks even more, and top trims incorporated electronically controlled active units that become soft at idle then become stiff as the rpm increases. Regardless of style, the Transmission Mount is applied to bring the transmission case into alignment with the driveshaft and ensure proper shift linkage geometry. A worn Transmission Mount causes unwanted movement that results in banging when you hit the throttle, excessive vibration in the cabin that causes a bumpy ride, and accelerated wear and tear on the components around the transmission, making it important for every Kia Optima driver to pay attention to it.

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Kia Optima Transmission Mount Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Engine Mounting Bracket Assembly
218102G000
Q: How do you remove and install a transaxle mount on Kia Optima?
A:
First, it is necessary to take a large screwdriver or prybar and place it in between the mount and the transaxle, then lift. Check to see that the transaxle does not shift out of place from the mount; if it does, the mount should be replaced. Two lower mounts are at the front and at the rear end of the transaxle and there is another assembly referred to as the upper mount assembly. Place a jack under the transaxle to support it from below, thereafter, you remove the nuts and bolts to remove the mount and depending on the clearance needed, raise the transaxle slightly. The removal and the installation are the opposite processes and during the installation the mount fasteners have to be placed onto the mount and onto the vehicle before they are tightened.