Parts for your 1997 Daihatsu Terios-Exhaust mount

1997 Daihatsu Terios exhaust mount — what it does and when to replace it

Yes, the 1997 Daihatsu Terios uses exhaust mounts (also called exhaust hangers or mounting rubbers). This is confirmed by the Daihatsu Terios J100 Series Workshop/Service Manual (Exhaust System section), which shows the muffler and pipes supported by rubber insulators, and by Daihatsu/Toyota EPC listings for the Terios/Cami that include “exhaust pipe support insulators” for the front, centre and rear sections. Aftermarket catalogues for the J100/J102 also list direct-fit “muffler mounting rubber” parts, reinforcing that these mounts are standard equipment on this model.

On a ’97 Terios, the exhaust mounts are the quiet heroes that hold the exhaust system in place while the engine and body move around them. The rubber insulators isolate vibration, keep the muffler and pipes aligned, and stop the system banging on the chassis over bumps or during off-road jaunts. They also allow a bit of flex so the exhaust can expand when hot without cracking welds or stressing flanges.

As part of routine servicing, it’s worth giving the mounts a quick once-over. In Aussie and Kiwi conditions—coastal salt, corrugations, and plenty of heat cycles—rubber can harden, crack or stretch. A tired hanger can show up as a metallic knock over speed humps, rattles at idle, a droopy tailpipe, or new vibrations in the cabin.

• Inspection: Every service or 10,000–15,000 km, check each insulator for splits, perishing, elongation of the holes, or missing retainers. Look at the brackets too for rust or bent tabs.
• Replacement: Support the exhaust with a stand, let it cool, spritz silicone spray on the pegs, and lever the old rubber off. Fit like-for-like mounts in the same locations—OE-style rubber is best for comfort, stiffer polyurethane can transmit more vibration. Avoid “universal” hangers that preload the system or misalign the muffler.
• Tips: Replace mounts in pairs if one has sagged, and recheck exhaust clearance to the body, towbar and suspension under load. A quick torque check on nearby clamps and brackets is smart.

Most Terios mounts last years, but off-road use or oil contamination shortens life. If the exhaust has been recently replaced, fresh mounts are cheap insurance, they help the new system sit correctly and reduce the chance of cracks later on.

How many exhaust mounts does a 1997 Terios have?

Most 1997 Terios (J100) setups use multiple mounts—typically one near the front/centre section and one or two at the rear muffler, depending on build and exhaust configuration. Always check what’s physically fitted to your vehicle before ordering.

What are the signs an exhaust mount needs replacing on a Terios?

Look and listen for a sagging tailpipe, clunks over bumps, new rattles at idle, or the exhaust tapping the body. Visually, perished rubber, splits, or elongated holes on the hanger are classic giveaways.

Can stiffer polyurethane hangers be used on a Terios?

They can, and they hold position well for rough tracks, but they often pass more vibration into the cabin. For daily driving, OE-style rubber usually gives the best balance of comfort and control.