Author Topic: Red dot on engine mounts  (Read 1908 times)

R.E.wing_fc3s

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Red dot on engine mounts
« on: April 24, 2024, 15:55:18 »
Hello i checked the service manual and some engine mount threads and didnt find an answer. I assume the red dot on genuine mb motor mounts needs to be pointing forward on both mounts? Or does it not matter?

Benz Dr.

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Re: Red dot on engine mounts
« Reply #1 on: April 24, 2024, 18:29:36 »
I think the red dots point towards the front of the car. If you can see an arrow and "vorn" on the top of the mount that's a directional message.
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Re: Red dot on engine mounts
« Reply #2 on: April 24, 2024, 19:13:33 »
The color of the dot is supposed to indicated the hardness of the rubber used for the mount. There is also a green dot on some and in theory is a different hardness. Not sure if they actually stick to that convention now. I tried finding the color code but haven't located it.
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