I am past the easy part of doing these motor mounts. I have done the easier passenger side by removing the alternator and pulling the old mount thru the front. While I had the alternator out, I changed the voltage regulator. Top mount bolts were not too bad.

I have read 2 accounts on doing the driver side, one from the front by releasing the AC compressor and moving it aside and another from the rear by releasing an oil line and manipulating the tie rod/idler arm assembly. The rear removal looks awfully tight.

Can anyone confirm which way is easier? In releasing the compressor, just the 3 bolts and let it hang by the hoses?

Thanks,

glenmore
1991 300CE
1999, 2000 C280
2000 C230K