Engine mount bolts backing out

So while I was putting my shocks in I noticed one of my engine mount bolts that goes into the block had backed out about 3/4 of the way. So I went to check the other bolt. Gone! Tightened the one, checked the bolts on the other side. Here's my problem. The bolt hole with the missing bolt doesn't line up now. Its off by like 1/8" so I can't get the bolt in. Any way to fix that without having to mess with a lift?

 

A pry bar and slight pressure.

 

Thanks I'll give that a shot. Can I use anything on those to keep them from backing out again so easy, like locktite ?

 

I have lock washers on mine.

 

OK. I'll give that a try..

 

loctite will work. the original bolts are crimp type design. they have a triangle like shape vs being perfectly round. so if using normal type bolts, you definitely want to use loctite on the threads.

 

Thanks they're not original. Most of the bolts on the car aren't lol

 

Definitely lock washers

 

Much better than lock washers, nord lock washers. Fastenall has them. Will not back out

 

loosen the one you tightened first...

 

• Like Frank said, loosen the bolts that are there first. If a pry bar does not work, use a floor jack under the oil pan. Place a wide chunk of 2x4 or plywood between the jack and the pan to spread out the load and not dent the pan.