Q: Dealership is suggesting that all four engine mounts be replaced and wondering if it is necessary
My sister's car has 95,000 miles and she has kept up on its maintenance. The dealership is telling her that all four engine mounts need replaced, and at high cost. There is no vibration or other problems going on, and the car is driven hard. Is it reasonable that the engine mounts would need replaced?
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