Q: Motor mount replacement

asked by on December 20, 2016

Car would not start 12/18 called AAA for a jump. Mechanic says battery is good, but engine shakes and is causing battery cables to loosen causing loss of power. A motor mount replacement was recommended. Your thoughts please.

My car has 200000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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