Parts for your 2009 Toyota Ractis-Exhaust mount

2009 Toyota Ractis Exhaust Mount: What It Does and When to Replace

Based on technical references, the 2009 Toyota Ractis does use exhaust mounts (rubber hangers/insulators). The Toyota Electronic Parts Catalogue lists “Insulator, Exhaust Pipe” (PNC 17565) for Ractis NCP100/NCP105 production, and the Toyota repair manual (TIS/RM, Exhaust – Exhaust Pipe – Removal/Installation) shows multiple hangers and support brackets along the system. Workshop manual reprints for the Ractis/Yaris platform also depict these rubber mounts suspending the front pipe, centre section and rear muffler.

The exhaust mount on a 2009 Toyota Ractis is a small but vital bit of kit. These rubber insulators suspend the exhaust under the car, stopping metal-on-metal contact and soaking up vibration so the cabin stays quiet. On this model there are typically three to four mounts: one near the front pipe/catalyst area, one around the mid‑section, and one or two at the rear muffler. When they’re in good nick, they keep the pipe aligned, maintain ground clearance and protect the flex joint and catalytic converter from stress.

Because the mounts live close to heat and cop road grime, they harden, crack or stretch over time. Common signs they’re on the way out include:

• Rattles or knocks on start-up, over bumps or when taking off
• A droopy tailpipe or the muffler sitting off-centre in the bumper cut-out
• Vibration in the cabin and shiny “witness marks” where the exhaust has touched a crossmember or heat shield

As part of servicing, it’s smart to give the exhaust mounts a quick look every 10,000–15,000 km or at each oil change. On a hoist, squeeze the rubber: if it’s perished, split, or the holes are elongated, swap it out. Support the exhaust with a stand, spray the hangers with silicone or penetrant, and lever the old rubbers off the pegs. Fit new OE-style insulators (or quality equivalents), confirm the exhaust is central and has clearance around the subframe, axle and bumper, and check heat shields and brackets while you’re there.

Going super-stiff with polyurethane can add harshness in a small hatch, so most owners will prefer OE rubber hardness. If brackets or hooks are rusty or bent, replace them so the new mounts don’t fail early. It’s a quick, affordable job—often 15–30 minutes per mount—and it pays off with a quieter drive, fewer knocks, and longer life for the rest of the exhaust.

Popular questions about 2009 Toyota Ractis exhaust mounts

How many exhaust mounts does a 2009 Ractis have?
Most cars in this range run three to four mounts, depending on engine/trim and market. Expect one up front, one mid‑pipe and one or two at the rear muffler. A quick look underneath will confirm your exact setup.

Can universal exhaust hangers be used?
Yes, if the pin spacing and thickness match and the rubber hardness is similar. That said, OE-spec parts usually fit best and keep noise and vibration closest to factory feel.

What makes exhaust mounts wear out faster?
Heat, age, oil leaks onto the rubber, bottoming out the exhaust on speed humps, and misaligned pipes all accelerate wear. Keeping leaks sorted and checking clearances helps the mounts last longer.