Ford Focus Engine Mount Vibration Repair 

Thank you very much for this great video. I just finished replacing the engine mount on my 2009 Ford Focus SEL and I was amazed at the difference it made. I am a very mechanically sound individual and the entire repair only took me 25 minutes. I was able to find the engine mount cheapest at AutoNation Ford Parts in White Bear, MN. I ordered it on 11/17/15 and it arrived on 11/19/15. Thanks again for all the great FORD videos. THE BEST NEVER REST!!!

Thank you so much for all the details, your tutorial made this quick and easy. Best part is that the dash, the doors, and the window posts are silent now, and can look at the rear inside view mirrors, and they are vibration free! Thrilled with the results!

DAMN!! Like a brand new car now! Mine looked in great condition but decided to change it out since I was going to tackle the alternator. Was thinking of turfing this winter beater but gonna keep her now. Great vid man!

Just replaced the engine mount on my wife's car. There is no way you can go wrong by following this video. You even gave us the torque specs and everything! THANK YOU for this!!

Thanks for the torque specs. 20-minute Job, and done much better

Just ordered my right engine mount F.focus 2005. Can't wait to drive in for routine inspection after I perform your expert procedure. They expect $300 bucks for the install....when I will have already done it. LOL. Next will be rear drum break overhaul. Thanks for your great series.

Great video. I think you may have helped me diagnose my U.S spec 2010 Transit Connect van with the Focus engine and mounts. Van only has about 36k and the problem started a while back. Vibration is noticeable at all times. Most noticeable through the gas pedal. Tried jacking the engine up and the vibration went away. Hopefully it's the passenger side mount. I'm hoping Ford will pick up the tab as I complained about the vibration and have it in writing well before the warranty was up.

Thanks for your info....I replaced all 3 mounts. It was the bottom mount from the engine cradle to the tranny that made the biggest difference.

Thanks for the instructions. Just changed the passenger side mount on my 2013 and now it drives like a new car....aside from the transmission which Ford never seems to get working right. Still has that shudder in low gears.

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I'm impressed with the one handed repair job! hope to do this this weekend!

Thank you very much, just did my 2010 Focus yesterday and it is so smooth now!!!. Wouldn't have done it without your video. Thanks. Cheers.

Finally got around to changing the passenger side mount.. and the difference is like night and day! My focus feels like it's literally gliding when it drives, it's soo smooth. I had to watch this video again today to gain the confidence to do the job and it took me about 45 minutes. Thanks again for the informative video!

Just repaired my 2010 Focus SES Coupe mount this afternoon. After 187,000 miles put on as the original owner, it was time. It's like a brand new car. Don't save a few bucks; go to the Dealer Parts Counter and get a OEM one. Another thing I'd suggest is taking the one 10 mm bolt out of the Windshield Wiper Fluid neck so you can CAREFULLY flex it as you pull the old one out.

Remove both bolt pull mount and check out the cavity it sat in the subframe. No engine support needed may roll a inch or so but that's it.

Thank you for this video. Very informative and easy to follow.

Thank you for this! I feel like I'm driving a brand new car after replacing the motor mount!

The Ford engineers that designed the mounts on this car shouldn't be allowed to design a lawnmower. I have replaced the passenger side twice now on an 07 2.0L and the car doesn't even have 100k yet. My Corolla has 220k and have never even had to think about the motor mounts.

i am sure u save lot of people from rip ...u the best...

Good job good to see someone clean the parts prior to assembly and using a torque wrench to avoid damage and making it easier for the next person.Thanks for the video we need more mechanics like you.

mine is manual transmition, Are the same auto and manual mounts? thank you great video

Thanks for the video. I had the same issue on my 2004 focus zx5. I took it to the dealer and fixed it, it feels like new now. They also checked the brakes and found a damaged thread on the rear spindle. They suggested to replace both rear spindles down the road. Would you recommend buying OEM spindles? Or aftermarket ones are good enough?

You made this look so easy. I have a 2010 Focus with only 55k miles and the vibration is terrible. I'll be doing this soon.

Any chance you could elaborate on the “power train/drivetrain mount neutralizing”. Loosen the power train/drivetrain mount fasteners, would that be all the fasteners holding mounts to frame?

Man I'm happy I found this video! Thanks!

the detail lifting the jack to take the weight was #boss ..great stuff

I dreaded the day I'd have to do this because I'm so scared of putting a jack under my engine to lift it. But it does look like an easy job. I'll be doing mine this Sunday. The only thing that differs in this video is my coolant reservoir has to be moved aside since the overflow and coolant tank is all one unit in the 2005. Engine mount is exactly the same from what I've seen. I'll be so happy once that vibration is gone.

i have a 2009 ford focus se automatic transmission and i need to change my passenger motor mount but i only have 65000 miles and my bracket is like new. Can i just buy the mount and install it on the bracket or is that to difficult. How would a person go about removing the mount from the bracket and install a new one. Thanks again i love your videos

Hello good sir. I followed your video for throttle body cleaning and everything went well. But now I have a new problem. The other day i drove over from deep snow, which was hardened. I don't know if that was the cause of this problem or not. Anyway, the problem is excess vibration, on the drivers side when accelerating in reverse. Rolling in reverse is not a problem nor is light acceleration, only reversing and pressing the gas harder causes the noticeable vibration. Driving forward or turning there is no noticeable increase in vibration. Do you think the mount is the problem? And your video only shows one mount. How many mounts in the 09? I think i found the correct part on fordparts is this it? Part No. 6038 Engine Mount Isolator 2.0L Duratec HE (137PS) ; 4-Speed Automatic Transaxle - 4F27E

Thank you very much! I just replaced the passenger side motor mount on my wife's 2010 Focus at 86k miles like the one you replaced in this video and the difference is incredible!!! She literally asked me "did my car start?" when she turned the key because literally 90% of all the vibration was GONE! $132.xx plus tax at my local ford dealership but it was worth every penny! I replaced it myself by the way in just a little over 15 minutes...

I used a paint pen because a little brake clean and it come off, but a sharpie marker will do also. The anti roll mount is underneath center backside of the engine, mounts by where the trans and engine meet looks like a figure 8. Rocks get stuck behind it where it mounts to subframe. I would check this out first as it happens primarily in reverse when the engine torque loads the mount rearward. Search for tsb 8-5-6

Not only did this fix the vibration but now i get 10 more miles per gallon

Great video. Before I found this video, I was thinking of doing the test that you did, but i didnt know if it would work, now, watching your video, gives me confidence that I will know for sure if my mounts are bad. Thanks.

After watching sev vids each time I repair 1 of my Ford's i always seem back at your videos. Kudos to you!, everything worked out exactly as you indicated. My grandfather Head Mechanic over 2 international trucking lines as well Ford, Dodge, & GM

brian i have a 03 2.3 doch wagon and I hear they dont make this anymore for my car oem so what do I do if mine is broken ?

Thank you for listing the torque amounts. Mine was rattling so bad it cracked the windshield. The mount was disintegrated into two separate pieces. WOW WHAT A DIFFERENCE! Simple job! A note of difference from all the other videos I have seen, including yours.....My passenger motor mount stand did not have a 6th bolt underneath. Mine was removed by removing a metal subpost(like Tom Crawford below). Altogether, A simple procedure, and it runs so quietly now! I got my replacement piece for $20 bucks from a parts wholesaler(I never pay retail). Thanks man!

Great Video very detailed

Wonder if this is a good time to replace accessory belt?

Thanks for the video showing diagnosis. Worked perfectly and was able to fix the terrible vibration quick and easy!!

just finished replacement motor mount install. Worked to spec.....lock tite.....correct torques...bolts cleaned on wire wheel...jacked with buffer board. All went exactly as you instructed. Replacement mount was Motor Craft. Very quiet engine now. Thanks for your help. mike

Here is some great advise from an FF 5 time owner. When replacing the right MM, do nor scrimp out on quality. Buy a Motorcraft part, not the cheap knock offs. Mostly made by Anchor, China made junk. The Anchor will work fine for 7,000 miles then vibrations will return. Save yourself the extra time of replacing the mount a second time. JMO.

How many mounts would one need? My fiancé's mechanic told him I need a front and back mount on my 2008 Ford Focus.

Maybe someone else has come across this , replaced two engine mounts back to back and they both sit down on the mount and the vibration continues it's like they're the wrong height

How long are the originals expected to last in terms on miles traveled? And are the aftermarket replacement ones likely to last longer? And finally, is it just the right hand engine mount that is a problem, or should I be replacing any other mounts as well as the one shown in the video?

Thanks for posting. Will be doing it soon. Used your other vid for valve cover gasket repair yesterday. Thanks again

Thank you so much for the great video. Bought the part and installed in under 30 minutes. My elderly mother in law had grown so used to the vibration that she didn't notice a problem. She certainly noticed the improvement after the repair. Thank you again!!!!

Dude thanks couldn't find a video like this anywhere

Never seen the other side which is the trans mount go bad like the right hand side engine mount in this video. Go ahead and check it like I show in my video. Other thing to check is the rear anti roll mount under the car for rocks causing the vibration when the engine is loaded a certain direction.

Hey Makuloco, do you happen to know the torque specs for the lower strut and transmission mounts?

Getting ready to do mine. Easiest check to see if it's bad...put a finger on the mount's rubber! You'll know real quick

Not sure which bolts you are referring to but I am sure they are supposed to be there. Yes you can use ramps in the rear but make sure its in park AND parking brake is on as they are natural free rollers back there.

Thank you for your videos 🙏

What happens if you're cover plate bolt broke completely out of the thread on bracket to engine?

I have never had an issue removing the bolts for the anti roll. A little rust penetrant is advisable of course no matter what. Yes where are the pictures located

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i just bought my focus recently and the shaking started while waiting at a traffic light also my engine management sign has appeared - I have a 55reg 1.6 zetec

Hi, You've helped me in the past. I had a 2000 focus that went through three coils. You told me me about a potential wire grounding, and you were 100% right. Two strands of wire were left and were grounding on egr tube. Thanks! My question is about your parts link on this video. When I click it, it brings up is a dea mount. When I look on a Ford parts site, the price is significantly different. Should I purchase part from dealer? If not, should I stick to dea manufacture only? In the past, I have had the best luck with dealer parts, but they are just so much more costly. Thanks in advance for your great advice, experience, and insights.

Used your video to replace on my 2007 ford focus 4 door with 184k miles. Made it a 20 minute job from start to finish. Thanks!!!

as long as the plate that touches the pan is wide like a block of wood to span the load out then its ok.

if this mount is bad, will the VIBRERATION smooth out at 75plus? (higher speeds than 73 anyhow) or is that a different ''balancer'' or something??

My car shakes when under load mainly between 1500 and 2500 revs and seems To get worse as it heats, could this be the motor mount ot also rough isles when it's warm and has a knocking noise when doing so

Torque Specs: 2 Engine 18mm Bolts - 66 ft-lbs 3 body 15mm Bolts - 35 ft-lbs I just did it myself, jacking up the engine right was the tricky part for me

10mm socket? Welp, this one's over before it started LOL. Gonna attack this repair for the 3rd time, and hopefully the last now that I finally ponied up for the actual Ford mount. The cheapo ones last about 1 year

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Hi, I've got a question. My passenger engine mount is blown on my MK3 focus (it's leaking) and it's been a couple of months now. I don't get too strong vibration from the engine, but I get some shudder when taking off in 1st gear, but only when the car is hot. Do you think there might be a link there? Thanks for your video.

@Mardy Crue. I have the same vehicle as you, and when I was test driving it from the dealership I purchased it from, it had the exact same issues as yours. The problem was this side engine mount was leaking fluid. I made them replace all the mounts with OEM before I made the deal and it fixed the issue. Unfortunately, OEM is the only way to go for that particular engine mount because it contains fluid and the aftermarket ones are cheaply made and don't have the required fluid if any at all.

yes unbolt anti roll mount and check the cavity for rocks and debri grounding it out.

I changed all three yesterday and it's even worse now. I got them from rockauto 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

I have a 2011 Ford Fusion with just under 49,000 miles on it. I brought it into Ford service 2 weeks ago when I notice the steering wheel started shaking and the engine sounding like it was racing, and a lot of cracking/squeaking sounds coming from what sounded like the engine. after keeping the car for three days they said they couldn't duplicate the issue I described and told me the suspension/alignment etc basically everything checked out. After a week of having my car back, I was still experiencing the same symptoms, I just dropped it off again yesterday and Kevin my service advisor called and said that they needed to replace the engine and transmission mounts. My question is this, My car has never been in an accident, Is this normal for a 2011 Ford fusion with just 48K+ miles to have both engine and transmission mounts go bad?Thanks for any advice :)P.S. I also notice a funny odor coming from the heater since everything started happening.

I had a slight vibration on the car for 8 years. I always thought it was the wheels. After replacing replacing the engine mounting when started leaking 3 days ago the vibration is gone. My car is driving like a brand new car

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if i change this should i change the other 2? how can i check if they are bad?

I don't know much about cars but when I put my car in revers my car shakes like crazy and it's embarrassing . Is it the bottom motor mount ?

Thanks for the clarity,now I know I overkill this repair lol..

My zetec 06 2.0 light flashes when in high revs for a while. If I ignore it, the engine will lose power and shake. Is it my mounts?

I have ford 2010 ford focus manual, should i order same mount kit?? Please & Thank you

Hey i have a mk1 Focus. Im worried i just brought used and when it idles the noise and vibrations will vary and go quiet then to vibrate and make noise again. Could this possibly be the mount.

Just had a random question, does Ford ever put a TSB on the engine mount problem?

Amazon says this part dosent fit my 04 focus 2.3 ZTS do you know what # does?

my ford focus zx5 hatchback makes a loud banging noise while switching gears upon reversing while turning the wheel. could this possibly be the engine mount?

I replaced the hydraulic mount and it got rid of 75% of my vibration issue. I then did the roll restrictor and it was 90% better and got rid of a nasty clunk, then I Changed the belt and that about killed the vibration

Is your car manual or Automatic transmission? .... I want to say that your mount is for the manual trans right? but I'm not sure, just trying to see which I need.

Great Video! Thank You!!

My ford focus 04 se Vibrates when im at a stop light and it stops when I shift to neutral or park, Midus told me its a transmission issue but Im having doubts. Did your focus do this before you replaced them cause the vibration doesn't happen all the time.

hey, I just had this done today on my Ford Focus, cost 107 bucks, but it took them 2 hours where you did it in about 15 minutes

Hey I bought a new mount and there seems to be a piece which looks different. The "lip" on the original mount is bent into a c shape to fit onto the engine. The new mount's lip is perfectly straight. Do I bend it myself before installation?

I got only a rubber bushing and need to reuse the old metal mount. Why didnt you use blue locktight on the second studto the engine mount?

i cant believe the repair shop wanted $850 to repair both

Engine and transmission and torque mount need to have a little movement or need to be subject hard 😢😢 ?

Hardware store should have it all for ya.

thank you friend for the information

Awesome video, super easy to follow,thanks.

You say to only use Ford mounts, but your link is to an aftermarket part. Reviews say that part has failed for other people shortly after install. Can you clarify? Any advice for sourcing the lower mount?

can you do a video on changing the mount on the drivers side 2013 focus st

Thank you for posting this video bro. This is going to make fixing my daughter's car so much easier to see it being done in real time. You're awesome!

"The torque spec on these is 66 foot pounds" -immediately uses 500 foot pound impact wrench to tighten the bolts. That was hilarious 😂

can a motor mount cause vibrations only in 2 gear between 1500 and 2100rpm?

Hello just have a question. how many engine mounts are on 2009 ford focus and how many on the transmission?

thanks for the video!!

I just got a second opinion Saturday and yes my passenger side engine mount does need replaced. Luckily the place that gave me the second opinion only charges $156 plus tax according to the invoice and the first place that mentioned it wanted $250. So I do plan to get it done at the place I got the second opinion from.