REASONS FOR MOTOR MOUNT FAILURE IN YOUR MINI FROM CERTIFIED MECHANICS IN ROYAL PALM BEACH

MINIs are recognized for their durability and the popularity of their sporty, customizable models. Its engine is both the most important and most expensive component of the vehicle. The engine is attached to the body of your MINI by strengthened rubber bushings known as mounts, which firmly hold it in place.

Engine mounts keep your engine balanced and absorb the vibrations that a running engine produces. It also preserves the engine and protects the mounting bolts and brackets and the sensitive sensors within the engine system. The mounts accomplish this by ensuring that the engine’s horsepower is directed down the vehicle and into the ground rather than throughout your vehicle.

Engine mount issues are likely to arise as your vehicle ages. As a result, it’s important to spot problems with these simple yet essential components. The following are reasons why the motor mount in your mini could fail.

Reasons for Motor Mount Failure

When the engine mounts malfunction, you may begin to notice vibrations and shakes due to the engine not being held in place properly by the mounts. The performance of your vehicle would also be affected due to the vibrations of the engine.

The following are the causes of engine mount failure:

●      Natural Wear and Tear: Engine mounts are no exception to the rule that nothing stays in pristine condition forever. Natural wear and tear will occur after an extended period of use, causing the engine mount to degrade. The rubber casing, just like a rubber band, loses flexibility and deteriorates with time. Small fissures will emerge, enabling the fluid inside to flow out. Once the fluid has seeped out of a liquid-filled engine mount, you should replace it. If this is not done, the mount will transmit vibrations and noise into the cabin.

●      Improper Installation: Your car must be taken to a reliable, certified service center with the necessary equipment if it requires motor mounts installation or replacement. While they may be less expensive, taking your automobile to a less-reputable shop may result in poor mount installation, which will result in a far faster breakdown/failure.

●      Manual Transmission Driving Style: Being in control of your car is one of the most enjoyable aspects of driving a stick. You get to control when to shift. You’ve got the power, but excessively revving gears and letting out the clutch or power-breaking before acceleration can all ruin your motor mounts. The life expectancy of your motor mounts will be severely reduced if you drive recklessly with your engine.

●      Accidents:  Although this may seem like an apparent reason, it’s worth noting for anyone looking to buy a used automobile or anyone who has recently been in an accident. Even if the car was not badly damaged on the outside, the transfer of all that energy could have cracked your mounts. Since the previous owner of a used car may not be aware of this, it’s critical to have it checked out by a reliable, competent service shop as soon as possible to ensure you’re not driving about on borrowed time.

●      Oil leaks: Oil and other fluids that spill onto your mounts can erode at or otherwise degrade the rubber in the mount, causing premature mount failure. If you notice oil leakage or some other essential fluid, it is important to get the mounts checked by a professional to prevent eroding of any kind.

Milestone Motors LLC is Here to Help Maintain Your MINI

At Milestone Motors, we recognize how difficult and uncomfortable taking your car to the shop can be, and we aim to change that. No matter how big or small the job your automobile requires, we want your visit to Milestone Motors to be as easy and hassle-free as possible.

 

We have the latest factory-grade tools and equipment and employ OEM Parts for all our repairs.

Since our inception, we have been assisting BMW and MINI drivers from all around Royal Palm Beach, FL, and the surrounding areas of Palm Beach, West Palm Beach, and Wellington. So please call or visit our shop to schedule an appointment today. We look forward to earning your business!

 

* Mini Cooper Car image credit goes to:Monica Lara.