Golf 4 TDI Engine Mounts: Replacement & Repair

Hi.

"I've noticed a strange clicking sound coming from the engine compartment for the past few days. It usually happens when I quickly accelerate, or when I rapidly press and release the gas pedal, and often when shifting gears."

I suspect that an engine mount is broken. Has anyone else experienced something like this with a Golf 4 before? If so, which mount is usually the problem? I'm guessing it's probably the rear one, number 3.

Thank you very much for your help...

Sure, here is the translation of the text from German to English:

"MFG" is an abbreviation for "mit freundlichen Grüßen," which means "best regards" or "sincerely." It is commonly used in German-language emails and letters.

Hi.

Have an assistant engage the parking brake and slowly move the vehicle forward and backward while you check the engine mounts.

Best regards, Rüdi.

P.S. Alternatively, one could consult the crystal ball .

Or simply order all 3 from me - .
Or ask ATU, they just put things in without being asked.
No, like above: or, grab the bull by the head and move it, and you'll see where it gives way.

I've experienced that before too. Interestingly, the exhaust seems to also have a motor-dampening function.
"The brackets that hold the catalytic converter in place were broken on my car, and when I was driving, the engine was shaking terribly."
Of course, also make sure that the motor mount is securely fastened in the center.
However, they rarely wear out. And if they do, you can disassemble them and replace the rubber insert separately.

Hi.

"Today, I noticed that my inner CV boot is torn. I suspect that the CV joint might be defective, although that shouldn't normally cause a cracking sound. It should make a noise immediately when the wheel is turning. I'm really starting to get frustrated. Strangely, the cracking sound is very noticeable when it's very hot outside."

Sure, here is the translation of the text from German to English:

"MFG" is an abbreviation for "mit freundlichen Grüßen," which means "best regards" or "sincerely." It is commonly used in German-language emails and letters.

Perhaps it's the suspension of the wheel hubs.
On my Ibiza, a strut broke after 100,000 km, specifically the rear rubber bushing of the suspension arm.
It had 10mm of play, and it was rubbing rubber against steel.
I noticed it because of a squeaking sound when the load changed.
With another 20,000 kilometers, the pressed-in bushing would have worn through, and then steel would have been rubbing against aluminum.