Parts for your 2024 Mitsubishi Eclipse cross-Exhaust mount

2024 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross exhaust-mount: what it does and when to replace it

Based on manufacturer documentation, an exhaust-mount is absolutely used on the 2024 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross. The Mitsubishi Motors service manual for the Eclipse Cross (GK/GL platform) exhaust system section, the dealer removal/installation procedure for the exhaust pipe and muffler, and the Mitsubishi ASA electronic parts catalogue all show multiple rubber hanger insulators (“exhaust mounts”) supporting the front pipe, centre resonator, and rear silencer. So yes—this vehicle relies on exhaust-mounts.

The exhaust-mount (often called a rubber hanger or insulator) is the quiet hero under the Eclipse Cross. It suspends the exhaust system from the body, isolates engine and road vibration, and lets the pipework expand and move with heat without thumping into the floor or bumper. On both petrol and PHEV variants, those rubber mounts keep the tailpipe aligned, protect the turbo/downpipe and flex section from stress, and cut down the cabin boom and buzz Aussies and Kiwis can’t stand.

They’re small, but they’re wear items. Heat, splash, road grime, and the odd oil mist eventually harden or crack the rubber. The smartest play is a quick look every scheduled service—at least annually or every 15,000 km. A tech will check for sagging or split rubber, stretched holes, and bent or rusty hanger rods. If one mount’s gone soft, the rest won’t be far behind, so replacing them as a set around the affected section is good practice.

Typical signs it’s time:

• Rattles or thumps over bumps or on take-off/gear changes
• Tailpipe sitting low or off-centre in the bumper cut-out
• Harsh vibration at idle that wasn’t there before
• Visible cracks, tearing, glazing, or heat damage on the rubber

When replacing, support the exhaust with a stand, let it cool fully, and hit the old mounts with silicone spray to slide them off the pegs. Fit OE-spec, heat-resistant rubber mounts rather than ultra-stiff alternatives, which can add noise and harshness. Tighten any bracket fasteners to the service-manual torque spec and make sure there’s clean clearance to the subframe, heat shields, and bumper. On AWD and PHEV layouts—where the routing and silencer shapes vary—there are several mounts from front to rear, so check the whole run. If the metal hanger pins are rusty or bent, replace those bits too, not just the rubber.

Look after the exhaust-mounts and the Eclipse Cross feels tighter, quieter, and happier on every commute and country run.

Popular questions

How often should exhaust-mounts be replaced on a 2024 Eclipse Cross?
There’s no fixed interval. Inspect at every service, many last 80,000–120,000 km, but high heat, towing, gravel roads, or city stop–start can shorten that. Replace at the first sign of cracking, sagging, or vibration.

What are the symptoms of a failing exhaust-mount on an Eclipse Cross?
Common giveaways are a droopy or off-centre tailpipe, dull knocks over bumps, a rattle at start-up, or new cabin vibration at idle. You might also see split or glazed rubber, or the exhaust touching a crossmember or heat shield.

Are the exhaust-mounts different between petrol and PHEV models?
The basic job is the same, but the layout and part count can differ by engine, drivetrain, and rear silencer design. Always match by VIN or build code to get the right mounts in the right spots.