Engine mounts are sometimes overlooked components on a vehicle, yet when they are not performing properly they can cause noise and vibration that greatly impacts on driver comfort. For this reason they need to be check regularly and replaced if they are showing signs of wear.

Parts specialist febi offers one of the largest ranges of replacement engine mounts with over 850 on offer catering for a huge variety of vehicle makes and models. The range is added to on a regular basis and all febi engine mounts are rigorously tested to meet or exceed OE standards.

The range includes replacement for the traditional and most commonly used form of rubber mount. These are available in numerous shapes and sizes from a simple cotton real shape to a very complex rubber and metal formation. Stiffness is regulated within the properties of the elastomeric material used, and the direction of movement is determined by the fixed links within the design of the mount. These components carry the weight of the engine and absorb vibrations meaning high-quality mountings are essential.

Also available are hydraulic mounts that combine the acoustic isolation functions of a conventional rubber engine mount, but with a balanced damping performance. Hydraulic engine mounts can adapt their characteristics depending on the induced load. The viscous liquid in the hydraulic mount acts as a damper to ensure optimum insulation.

febi also has a selection of increasingly popular electronically controlled engine mounts which offer even greater control. The switching function causes the air suspension in the mount to be utilised in the neutral position, providing soft suspension when at idle or low rpm. Then, when the vehicle is being driven, the mount switches to hydraulic suspension and provides a firmer suspension between the engine and the vehicle’s body.

All engine mountings have the potential to fail or wear, reducing their dampening performance which then causes discomfort for the driver. Rubber in the mount can crack over time, and as the mounting perishes, the engine may shift slightly, which can cause excessive vibration. In the case of a hydraulic mounting, if wear and tear takes place, it can cause the fluid to leak. febi say It is important to check the mounting regularly and replace if there are any signs of wear.

febi has highlighted a number of replacement engine mounts which it says are in particular demand at present: 

Part Number: 106394. OE Ref: Engine Mount 12361-75100.  25 application including: Toyota Hiace 2004 on.

Part Number: 104262. OE Ref: 22116850220. 12 applications including: BMW 3 Series (F30,F31,F34), 4  Series (F32,F33,F36).

Part Number: 105842. OE Ref: 8E0199379BG. 38 applications including: Audi A4 (8D,8E,8H) / Seat Exeo (3R).

Part Number: 105685. OE Ref: 1662405917. 32 applications including: Mercedes GL (166), GLE (166), GLS (166), ML (166).

Part Number: 105677. OE Ref: 5Q0199262BH. 43 applications including: Audi A3 (8V), Q2 (GA) / Seat Leon (5F) / Škoda Octavia (5E), Superb (3V) / VW Golf 7 (5G,BA), Passat 7 (3G), Polo (AW).

Details of the entire range for the engine and transmission mountings from febi can be found at partsfinder.bilsteingroup.com.