How to Determine if the Engine Mount is Damaged?

[DiAurora]

When the engine is idling, you will clearly feel the steering wheel shaking; sitting on the seat, you will also distinctly sense vibrations. Lift the vehicle to directly inspect whether the rubber components are damaged and if there is any hydraulic oil leakage.

[OManuel]

I've been through this before with my old car. The most obvious sign of a broken engine mount is severe shaking in the steering wheel and seats, especially when idling in D gear at red lights—it feels like the whole car is trembling. The vibration is particularly strong during cold starts. Also, if you hear clanking metal sounds from the engine bay when reversing, it's likely the engine mount rubber has dislodged. Shine a flashlight at the mount to check if the rubber part is cracked or flattened. In more severe cases, you can even feel the engine wobble when shifting gears. This isn't a minor issue—if left unfixed, it could even deform the transmission bracket. Later, I spent over 800 yuan to replace them with upgraded hydraulic engine mounts, and the world became peaceful again.