Parts for your 2019 Audi Q5-Engine mount

2019 Audi Q5 engine-mount — purpose, checks, and when to replace

Engine mounts are absolutely fitted to the 2019 Audi Q5 (FY). Audi’s official workshop documentation (Elsa/erWin — Engine Mounting section for the FY Q5), the VAG ETKA parts catalogue (Group 1: Engine, sub‑group Engine Mounting), and OE supplier listings (e.g., Lemförder for FY Q5) all show hydraulic engine mounts for the 2.0 TFSI/TDI, with performance variants using electronically controlled/hydro mounts. So the engine-mount is very much relevant on this model.

What do they do? The engine mounts keep the engine properly located while soaking up vibration so the cabin stays quiet and comfy. They manage torque reaction when the driver gets on the throttle, protect hoses and driveshafts by holding alignment, and act as a safety link to stop the engine shifting in a bump. On the Q5, the mounts are fluid-filled (hydraulic) and some variants use vacuum or electronically controlled mounts to tune out specific frequencies at idle and on the move.

Like any rubber-and-fluid component, they wear. As kilometres rack up, the rubber can crack or the hydraulic fluid can seep out, which increases vibration and knocks. On a Q5, these tell-tales are worth watching for:

• Noticeable vibration at idle or when selecting Drive/Reverse
• Clunks on take-off or over sharp bumps
• Excess engine movement under the bonnet when blipping the throttle
• Visible fluid leakage from a mount or a mount sitting low/compressed
• For active mounts: fault codes for the mount control/solenoid or vacuum supply

Mounts aren’t a scheduled “every X km” replacement, but they should be inspected during routine servicing, especially from about 80,000–120,000 km or if the vehicle tows or lives in stop‑start traffic. If one has failed, replacing both sides on higher‑kilometre cars is smart to keep balance and NVH in check. Choose quality OE or OE‑equivalent hydraulic mounts, for variants with active/vacuum mounts, ensure the correct spec is fitted.

Replacement is a professional job. The engine needs to be safely supported, heat shields removed, and torque‑to‑yield (stretch) fasteners replaced and tightened to Audi specs. On some FY Q5s the subframe may need to be loosened or lowered slightly, a wheel alignment check afterwards is a good idea. For active mounts, the tech should verify vacuum lines/solenoid operation, clear any DTCs and perform relevant basic settings. A quick road test for idle smoothness and driveline thump finishes the job.

Look after the mounts and the Q5 rewards with that tidy, refined feel Audi owners expect.

Popular questions about 2019 Audi Q5 engine-mounts

How long do engine mounts last on a 2019 Q5?
Most owners see well over 80,000 km before any concerns, and many go past 120,000 km. Life depends on driving style, road conditions, and whether the car tows. They aren’t a routine service item, but they should be checked at each service.

What are common symptoms of a failing Q5 engine mount?
Extra vibration at idle, a thud when shifting into gear or taking off, and visible fluid weeping from a mount are common. Excess engine rock when the throttle is blipped with the bonnet open is another giveaway.

Do Q5 engine mounts need coding or calibration?
Standard hydraulic mounts don’t. Variants with vacuum or electronically controlled mounts don’t need “coding” per se, but the system should be checked for vacuum supply or control faults, and any related DTCs cleared after replacement.