Parts for your 1998 Daihatsu Gran move-Engine mount

1998 Daihatsu Gran Move engine mount — purpose, service tips, and common questions

Technical sources confirm the 1998 Daihatsu Gran Move is fitted with engine mounts. The Daihatsu Electronic Parts Catalogue for M100/M101 (Gran Move/Pyzar) lists several “insulator, engine mounting” assemblies and associated brackets, and factory workshop literature for the same platform details removal and installation of the right-hand (engine side) mount, left-hand (transaxle) mount, and a rear torque/roll stopper. That makes engine mounts directly relevant to this model.

On a Gran Move, the mounts secure the engine and gearbox to the body, isolating vibration so the cabin stays calm while keeping the driveline lined up under load. Typically there are three to four mounts: a main mount on the timing belt side, one on the transmission side, and a rear torque mount to control fore–aft rocking (some markets also get a small front roll stopper). Most are rubber-insulated, if a hydraulic style is used, it’ll have fluid inside to better dampen idle buzz.

Owners usually notice worn mounts as extra vibration through the seats or steering at idle, a dull thud on take-off, or the engine shifting more than it should when the throttle is blipped with the bonnet up. Gear changes can feel notchy and exhaust joints may strain if the powertrain’s sitting off-centre.

• Common signs: cracked or collapsed rubber, separated bonding, or fluid seepage (on hydraulic types).
• Check mounts any time there’s driveline noise, after a front-end knock, or every 100,000–150,000 kilometres.

Replacement is straightforward with the right approach. Support the sump with a jack and a block of timber, never the bare jack cup. Swap one mount at a time, loosely fit all bolts, then lower the engine to its natural position before final torque. It’s smart to replace the rear torque mount if either side mount has failed, and to inspect the exhaust flex, driveshafts, and shifter linkages while you’re in there. Follow factory torque specs from a reputable manual. If captive nuts look rusty or access is tight, a professional shop can save grief.

Good-quality aftermarket mounts work fine on this model, though genuine parts often offer the best long-term NVH control. Typical workshop time is about 1–2 hours per mount, and the improvement in smoothness on a tired Gran Move is usually immediate.

How many engine mounts does a 1998 Gran Move have?

Most 1998 Gran Move (M100/M101) cars run three primary mounts: right-hand engine, left-hand transaxle, and a rear torque/roll stopper. Some variants also include a small front roll mount. Parts catalogues and workshop manuals for the platform show these positions clearly.

When should the engine mounts be replaced?

There’s no strict interval, but many last 150,000–250,000 kilometres depending on driving and climate. Replace when there’s persistent idle vibration, clunks on take-off, visible rubber cracking or collapse, or leaking fluid from a hydraulic mount. If one fails badly, check and consider replacing the others.

Can a home mechanic replace a Gran Move engine mount?

Yes, with stands, a decent jack, and a good spanner set. The key is safely supporting the engine, working one mount at a time, and tightening fasteners with the engine settled. If bolts are seized or access is awkward, letting a workshop handle it can be the easiest and safest call.