Parts for your 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander-Exhaust mount

2019 Mitsubishi Outlander Exhaust Mount

Exhaust mounts are absolutely used on the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander. Factory documentation, including the Mitsubishi Motors service manual for the Outlander ZL (2019 MY), specifies multiple rubber “exhaust mounting insulators” supporting the front pipe, centre muffler, and rear muffler. The Mitsubishi ASA electronic parts catalogue for the GF/GM platform also lists these insulators and their brackets in the exhaust system diagram. Independent manuals that cover 2013–2020 Outlander models describe exhaust removal steps that involve supporting the system and slipping the rubber hangers off their pegs—clear evidence these mounts are standard on this vehicle.

On the Outlander, the exhaust mount’s job is simple but critical: suspend the exhaust securely under the car while isolating noise and vibration from the cabin. These rubber insulators let the exhaust move a little with engine torque and road bumps, preventing metal-on-metal contact and protecting flex joints and welds. When they harden, crack, or tear, the system can sag, rattle on the subframe or heat shields, and send annoying drone or vibration through the body.

As part of regular servicing, it’s smart to give the exhaust mounts a quick once-over—especially on vehicles that tow, see corrugated roads, or live near the coast. Look for perished rubber, splits, elongation of the hanger holes, or a tailpipe that sits crooked. If a mount’s borderline, replace it as a set in that section so the exhaust sits even and stress is shared.

Replacement is straightforward for a competent DIYer, but a hoist makes life easier. Support the exhaust with a jack or stand before removing any hangers, then mist the rubber with silicone spray to slip them off without tearing. Inspect the steel hanger pegs and brackets for rust, clean or replace as needed. Refitting is the reverse—don’t lever hard on the muffler can, and ensure the system sits centred in its cut-outs with good clearance to the body and rear bumper. If in doubt, a workshop can check alignment and clamp torque against the service manual specs.

Quality matters here: genuine or high-grade aftermarket rubber insulators keep NVH civilised. Polyurethane hangers exist, but on a family SUV like the Outlander they can transmit extra vibration—most owners are happier with OEM-style rubber.

• Common symptoms of tired mounts: thuds over bumps, metallic rattle at idle, visible sagging or misaligned tailpipe, increased cabin buzz or drone.
• Inspection tip: check mounts at every service interval, replace at the first sign of cracking or tearing.

FAQs

How often should the exhaust mounts be replaced on a 2019 Outlander?
There’s no fixed interval. In Australia and New Zealand conditions, have them inspected at each routine service. Replace whenever you see cracking, tearing, or if the exhaust no longer sits centred. Vehicles that tow or drive on rough roads may need mounts sooner.

What are the signs of a bad exhaust mount on an Outlander?
Listen for rattles or thumps from under the rear, notice if the tailpipe sits low or to one side, and watch for new vibration or drone in the cabin. You might also hear the exhaust tap the subframe on take-off or over speed humps.

Is it safe to drive with a broken exhaust mount?
It’s not ideal. A missing or torn mount can let the system sag, stressing the flex joint and welds and potentially melting the rear bumper if alignment goes off. Short, gentle trips may be manageable, but booking prompt repair is the safest move.