🚗 Classic Fault — Mercedes-Benz W115 (1968–1976)
Engine mounts collapsed — vibration through body
💰 Estimated Repair Cost
$40 – $100 USD
Parts and labour estimate
🔧 Tools Required
Jack, pry bar, socket set
📋 Overview
Rubber engine mounts collapse with age allowing the engine to move excessively, causing vibration through the body and stress on hoses and cooling connections.
🩺 Symptoms
- Vibration through floor and steering wheel
- clunking from engine bay
- hoses kinked or under stress
🔍 Possible Causes
- Collapsed engine mount rubbers
- cracked engine mount brackets
🛠️ Diagnosis Steps
Inspect mounts visually — collapsed mounts will show metal plates touching with no rubber visible.
✅ Most Confirmed Fix
Replace both engine mounts simultaneously.
85% of users confirm this fix worked (29 reports)
🏷️ Parts Needed
Engine mount set (pair)
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