Engine Mounts Shot? OE Replacements In Stock! by Pelican Parts
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Engine Mounts Shot? OE Replacements In Stock! by Pelican Parts
The engine mounts on a car are the direct mechanical connection holding the engine to the chassis. Almost all engine mounts have a rubber portion that allows a small amount of flex to reduce vibrations from the engine. If the engine was just directly bolted to the chassis, you would feel every vibration from the engine much more amplified throughout the car while driving.
The rubber portion of the engine mount is particularly susceptible to failure due to the conditions of the engine bay. Heat and oil can take its toll on the mount, causing the rubber portion to crack and separate. When this happens, the mount collapses and no longer supports the engine correctly. Replacement is easy and should only take an hour.
E320 '96-'97
Tools Required:
17mm wrench, 13mm socket with extension, floor jack
Time:
One Hour
Purchase Parts Here
Check out the step-by-step DIY Article Here
The rubber portion of the engine mount is particularly susceptible to failure due to the conditions of the engine bay. Heat and oil can take its toll on the mount, causing the rubber portion to crack and separate. When this happens, the mount collapses and no longer supports the engine correctly. Replacement is easy and should only take an hour.
E320 '96-'97
Tools Required:
17mm wrench, 13mm socket with extension, floor jack
Time:
One Hour
Purchase Parts Here
Check out the step-by-step DIY Article Here
