Q: There is an abnormal vibration when the car is in park or drive

asked by on November 09, 2016

my nissan x trail 2001 model eng qr20095832a, millage 194000, vibrates abnormally when i start it and engage it into drive. reverse and neutral is fine no strong vibration. could it be engine mountings or gear box mountings which are worn out?

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