Parts for your 2013 Toyota Wish-Exhaust mount

2013 Toyota Wish exhaust mount: what it is, and how to keep it in good nick

Based on technical references — the Toyota Electronic Parts Catalogue (EPC) for the ZGE20/ZGE21 series Wish (circa 2012–2017), Toyota repair manual procedures for the exhaust system, and major aftermarket catalogues that list “Insulator, Exhaust Pipe” hangers for this model — the 2013 Toyota Wish definitely uses exhaust mounts. These are the rubber insulators and brackets that suspend the front pipe, centre pipe and rear muffler under the car.

On the 2013 Wish, the exhaust mounts do the unglamorous but vital job of holding the exhaust at the right height and angle while isolating engine and road vibration from the cabin. Each rubber insulator lets the exhaust move a little on bumps and during heat expansion, so there’s no metal-on-metal contact. When the mounts age, stretch, or crack, the exhaust can sag, rattle on the body or axle beam, or stress the joints and gaskets — that’s when knocks, squeaks, or a boomy drone start to creep in.

Good service practice is to inspect the exhaust mounts any time the car’s on a hoist — typically at routine servicing or tyre rotations. A quick check can save a bigger exhaust drama down the road. Look for:

• Perished, cracked, or oil-swollen rubber
• Elongated holes letting the muffler hang low
• Metal hooks chewing into the rubber, or shiny rub marks on nearby heat shields

Replacement is straightforward with basic tools, and is often done whenever an exhaust section is removed. A typical approach:

1. Let the exhaust cool fully, then support it with a jack stand so it doesn’t stress other mounts.
2. Splash some silicone spray or soapy water on the old insulators and pry them off the hangers.
3. Slip new insulators on the body and pipe hooks (lubricant helps), making sure any orientation tabs or arrows match the original layout.
4. Recheck clearances to the subframe, bumper and heat shields, the muffler should sit even and not touch anything at rest.

There are usually several mounts along the system, so it’s smart to replace them as a set if they’re the same age. In Aussie and Kiwi conditions, rubber insulators commonly last 5–10 years, but frequent short trips, coastal air, or oil contamination can shorten that. If the Wish has a towbar or roof box and often runs loaded, fresh mounts can sharpen refinement and stop the tell-tale tailpipe sag. The part is inexpensive, and fitting new ones whenever the exhaust is off is cheap insurance for a quiet, rattle-free ride.

Popular questions about the 2013 Toyota Wish exhaust mount

How many exhaust mounts does a 2013 Toyota Wish have?
Most examples use several rubber insulators — commonly one near the front pipe, one around the mid‑section, and two at the rear muffler. Exact count can vary with trim and market, but three to four is typical.

What are the signs an exhaust mount needs replacing?
Rattles over bumps, a thump on start-up or shutdown, a visibly low or skewed muffler, and fresh rub marks on heat shields are dead giveaways. Underbody inspection may show cracked or stretched rubber insulators.

Is it safe to drive with a broken exhaust mount?
Short distances may be possible, but it’s not ideal. A dangling exhaust can stress flanges, tear other mounts, or contact brake lines or the bumper. Best to sort it promptly and avoid rough roads until it’s fixed.