Ford Ka+ Engine Mount: Specs, Fitment & Common Faults
The passenger-side hydraulic mount is a well-documented weak point on Ford's smaller cars — plus a genuine warning on cheap aftermarket replacements.
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OEM Part Number: confirm via VIN — engine mount (aftermarket) Meyle 7140300019 / Metzger 8053773
| Engine Mount — Rear (aftermarket) | Herth+Buss JAKOPARTS J1793008, Meyle 7140300019 (manual) |
|---|---|
| Engine Mount — Rear lower (aftermarket) | Delphi TEM282, Metzger 8053773 (manual) |
| Engine Mount — Other mounts (position not stated) (aftermarket) | Delphi TEM085 |
| Genuine (OE) number | Not quoted in the catalogue listings — mounts differ by engine and gearbox, so order the genuine ones against your VIN |
| Fitment notes | The listing above shows examples for the engines checked; petrol, diesel, manual and automatic versions often use different mounts, and cars usually have more than one mount. |
The Passenger-Side Hydraulic Mount Is a Well-Documented Ford Weak Point
Across several Ford models sharing similar engine mount architecture to the Focus, the passenger-side mount is consistently the first and most common to fail. Unlike the simpler solid rubber mounts elsewhere on the car, this one is fluid-filled to provide better vibration damping — but that design means the internal rubber can tear and let hydraulic fluid leak out, at which point the mount collapses. Once it does, engine vibration transmits directly into the cabin: a strong shake through the steering wheel and pedals (particularly noticeable stopped in Drive), dashboard rattles, and a distinct clunk when accelerating, braking, or shifting between Drive and Reverse.
Worth knowing before buying a replacement: independent mechanics and owners consistently report that budget aftermarket brands can actually cause more vibration than the worn-out original mount, and frequently fail again within months rather than years. Paying the premium for a genuine Motorcraft (Ford's own parts brand) or a well-reviewed mid-tier hydraulic mount is generally worth it given how often owners report doing the job twice after trying to save money the first time.
Ford Ka+ Engine Mount: Watch: Replacing It
This video shows a closely related car on the same platform, so the mount positions and fixings can differ slightly on yours.
Ford Ka+ Engine Mount: What It Does
Engine mounts secure the engine and transmission to the chassis while absorbing vibration and movement, preventing that vibration from transferring directly into the cabin. Most versions of the Ka+ use several mounts working together — typically at least one on each side of the engine plus a torque mount — and a single failed mount can throw off the whole assembly's balance.
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Ford Ka+ Engine Mount: Symptoms, DIY Difficulty & Aftermarket Advice
These are the same regardless of make or model — see our full Engine Mount Guide for warning signs to watch for (including some genuinely make-specific quirks in how they show up), confirming fitment against your VIN, and which aftermarket approach is worth trusting.
More Ford Engine Mount
The same part, covered across other Ford models.