Is the Honda Civic LX automatic engine mount bad?
2008 Honda Civic LX Automatic; lower passenger side motor mount failed under warranty at 48,500 miles and has failed again at 128,760 miles on 9-2015. It looks like you can’t get a whole lot of miles out of this part. I guess if I can get another 80,000 miles out of the new one, I should be lucky. I guess Honda doesn’t consider this a problem.
What’s the problem with my Honda Civic engine?
Honda Civic Engine Mount Problems Many Honda Civic drivers report strong vibrations or a rattle when they drive their vehicles or switch gears. This is often due to faulty engine mounts that are no longer providing suspension and support. Engine mounts are typically expected to last the lifetime of the vehicle.
When did the Honda Civic motor mount go out?
Honda has a long and sad history of selling vehicles with defective motor mounts. In my case, the warranty had expired 4 months before the motor mount went out at 57,000 miles. Honda absolutely refused to do anything about it, other than charging me $440 to replace it. The visors also came apart on this car.
Why does my Honda Civic need to be replaced?
This is often due to faulty engine mounts that are no longer providing suspension and support. Engine mounts are typically expected to last the lifetime of the vehicle. However, many Honda Civic owners have reported that their mounts need to be replaced with less than 75,000 miles on the vehicle.
Where is the side engine mount on a Honda?
It’s the black cylindrical part under the torque rod or “dog bone”). Had mine replaced a year ago under warranty. The side engine mount isolates engine vibration from the unibody. The engine mount is hydraulic and eventually sags with normal use.
What causes vibration in a Honda engine mount?
The engine mount is hydraulic and eventually sags with normal use. When it reaches near the end of its life, the bump stops would start to bottom out and hit each other, transferring engine vibration to the body. The vibration is more pronounced when the engine is cold or when the transmission is on reverse.
What happens if a side engine mount fails?
With a failed side engine mount, the bump stop would still bear the weight of the engine so it won’t be going anywhere. However, the unrestricted/undampened movement of the engine could weaken the remaining mounts and possibly the unibody. Besides that, the vibration could also be intolerable to the occupants. Very helpfull!
How do I check my Honda motor mounts?
Look for a broken rubber piece to the left of the belt. It is on the left side of the picture, underneath the rod that is connected to the body. Thanks! So what was the result? Your issue with the vibration in the morning (and subsiding once you’ve been driving throughout the day) is EXACTLY my problem.