MK5 Golf GTI

All Things Mk5 => Modifications & Technical Area => Technical Workshop => Topic started by: shultsy12 on August 22, 2013, 10:29:19 pm

Title: Rear engine mount replacement
Post by: shultsy12 on August 22, 2013, 10:29:19 pm

My rear engine mount is in need of a new bush anybody got any experience or advise in getting the bush out of the subframe? I've been told there is a specail tool for it but cannot find one?

Title: Re: Rear engine mount replacement
Post by: OEM+ DUB on August 28, 2013, 08:56:32 am

Just a suggestion but would a polyurethane insert kit sort the problem for you?  You only then need to undo the bolt, insert with the kit's larger washers and then replace the bolt.

I've just fitted one to my GTI DSG and have been very pleased with the results - saves having to fight to remove the old bush!

Title: Re: Rear engine mount replacement
Post by: rich83 on August 28, 2013, 08:59:27 am

You have to drop the subframe. You need a press to get the new bushes back in I think

Title: Re: Rear engine mount replacement
Post by: Tortaruga on August 28, 2013, 09:23:36 am

I read on 'honestjohn' of someones engine falling out due to broken mounts. Is this likely to happen to me today? :scared:

Title: Re: Rear engine mount replacement
Post by: OEM+ DUB on August 28, 2013, 11:34:40 am

No, it will be fine.  The lower engine mount (attached to the 'torque arm') merely limits front/rear twist from the engine as power is applied or backed off.  The worst you will get is a clunk or knock if it is excessively worn.