How to Fix Car Engine Mount
Symptoms of a Bad Engine Mount
If you’re experiencing any of the following symptoms, it’s possible that your car’s engine mount is bad:
- Excessive vibration in the cabin
- Difficulty shifting gears
- Clunking or rattling noises when starting or stopping the car
- Leaking oil from the engine
Causes of a Bad Engine Mount
There are several possible causes of a bad engine mount, including:
- Wear and tear over time
- Impact damage from a collision
- Excessive vibration from the engine
- Defective or poorly installed engine mounts
How to Fix a Bad Engine Mount
Replacing a bad engine mount is a relatively straightforward process, but it does require some mechanical experience. If you’re not comfortable working on your own car, it’s best to take it to a mechanic.
To replace an engine mount, you will need the following tools and materials:
- Jack and jack stands
- Wrench set
- Socket set
- New engine mount
Once you have gathered your tools and materials, follow these steps to replace the engine mount:
- Park the car on a level surface and engage the parking brake.
- Jack up the car and secure it on jack stands.
- Locate the engine mount that needs to be replaced.
- Remove the bolts that attach the engine mount to the engine and the frame.
- Carefully lift the engine mount off of the engine.
- Install the new engine mount in the reverse order of removal.
- Tighten the bolts that attach the engine mount to the engine and the frame.
- Lower the car to the ground and remove the jack stands.
Tips
Here are a few tips to help you replace an engine mount:
- Be sure to use the correct size and type of bolts when attaching the engine mount.
- Tighten the bolts to the specified torque.
- If you’re not comfortable working on your own car, it’s best to take it to a mechanic.
Conclusion
Replacing a bad engine mount is a relatively straightforward process, but it does require some mechanical experience. If you’re not comfortable working on your own car, it’s best to take it to a mechanic.
