Parts for your 2016 Ford Falcon-Exhaust mount

2016 Ford Falcon exhaust-mount: purpose, care and when to replace

Based on technical sources including Ford Australia’s FG X Falcon Workshop Manual (Exhaust System – Sections 309-00 and 309-01) and the Ford Microcat AU/NZ parts catalogue, the 2016 Ford Falcon (FG X sedan and ute) is fitted with multiple rubber exhaust mounts/insulators. These references show hangers at the mid-pipe/resonator area and rear muffler(s), with brackets on the body to suit. Local parts catalogues for FG/FG X also list replacement exhaust hanger rubbers, backing up that the mounts are standard equipment on this model.

On the 2016 Falcon, the exhaust mounts do the heavy lifting quietly. They support the weight of the system while isolating vibration, keeping the pipework and mufflers from thumping the floor, subframe, diff and rear bar. Just as importantly, they allow a bit of controlled movement as the system heats up and grows, so there’s no stress transferred to joints, flanges or the catalytic converters.

For servicing, it pays to eyeball the mounts every time the car’s on a hoist. Look for perished or cracked rubber, glossy hardened surfaces, tears, or elongated holes that let the exhaust sit low. If there’s a rattle over bumps, a knock on take-off, or the tip looks off-centre, an ageing mount is often the culprit. Also check the metal hanger rods and brackets for rust or bent tabs, and make sure heat shields aren’t contacting the exhaust.

Replacing an exhaust mount on a Falcon is a straightforward job for a workshop or handy home mechanic. Let the system cool fully, support the exhaust with a stand or jack, then lube the rubber with silicone spray to slide it off the hanger pegs. Fit the new insulator in the same orientation (many have moulded arrows or thicker sections), and replace any dodgy brackets or clamps at the same time. Tighten fasteners to the workshop manual spec, and confirm there’s consistent clearance around the pipework—generally you want a healthy gap so it can’t tap the body as it moves under load.

Quality matters here: choose OE or reputable aftermarket rubbers rated for heat and petroleum exposure. On higher-kilometre FG X cars, it’s common to replace mounts as a set so the exhaust sits even and stays rattle-free for the long haul.

• Recommended check: every service or 20,000–30,000 km
• Common symptoms: drooping tailpipe, clunks, buzz at idle, exhaust touching heat shields
• Tip: a dab of silicone spray makes install a breeze—and saves torn rubbers

Popular questions

How many exhaust mounts does a 2016 Ford Falcon have?
Most FG X sedans and utes run four to six rubber mounts, depending on variant and whether there’s a single or dual-outlet rear section. Performance models with extra mufflers may use additional insulators. A quick look on a hoist will confirm the exact count and locations on the vehicle.

What are the signs an exhaust mount needs replacing on a 2016 Falcon?
Tell-tales include a droopy tailpipe, rattles over bumps, a thump on take-off, or a buzzy vibration at idle. If the rubber looks cracked, stretched, or shiny and hardened, it’s near the end of its life. Any contact marks on the floorpan or heat shields are a giveaway that a mount has softened or torn.

Can universal exhaust hangers be used on an FG X Falcon?
They can work in a pinch, but OE-shaped or model-specific mounts usually fit better and maintain the designed clearances. If using a universal insulator, match the thickness, hole spacing and durometer (stiffness), and recheck clearances around the diff, subframe and bumper after installation.