Unless you’re familiar with cars, the term “engine mount” might be a bit foreign to you. This mystery part actually plays a vital role in the performance of your car, so if it starts to malfunction, you’ll notice a number of undesirable symptoms in the way your vehicle handles. By arming yourself with information on the engine mount and signs of issues to look out for, you can protect by yourself and your car from further mishap.

What Is an Engine Mount?An engine mount’s primary purpose is to secure an engine into machinery and absorb any shocks and vibrations when the machinery is operating. The anti-vibration properties of engine mounts are essential for preventing damage to the engine and improving operator comfort (where applicable). But what happens when engine mounts need replacing? And, do you know the symptoms of worn engine mounts? We answer both of these questions in this post.

How to Tell if Engine Mounts Need ReplacingThere are many reasons why your engine mounts may need replacing, some of the most common include:No matter the quality of your engine mounts, they all begin to wear down after usage and eventually require replacement. Not replacing an engine mount that is past its prime can lead to the following:

1.Road riskWhile you don’t necessarily need to change all engine mounts at once, if you don’t replace them all, you should pay closer attention to them, as they’re likely to be the same age as the part you’re replacing. Therefore, you may need to take action soon because when one engine mount is damaged, more pressure is placed on all other mounts, which can accelerate the wear of these too. So, you may have to change more than one mount, if not all, engine mounts depending on how much damage has been caused.