Anchor 10242 Engine Mount - Front Left

Front Left Engine Mount for Mercedes-Benz

Anchor 10242 is a front left engine mount for select Mercedes-Benz C-Class and E-Class applications. It is built to OE-style standards to help secure the engine and reduce vibration transfer into the chassis.

Key Features

• Front left engine mount for select Mercedes-Benz C300, C200, C250, C350e, E200, E250, E300, and E350 applications
• Engineered to OEM standards using CAD/CAM-based design processes
• Uses natural rubber and Styrene Butadiene rubber for abrasion resistance and aging stability
• Rubber-to-metal bonding uses a Chemlock® adhesive process
• Rubber hardness is matched to vehicle application requirements
• Anchor 10242 cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 172286 and 182286 for the same application

Detailed Description

This Anchor 10242 engine mount is designed for the front left position and is used on select Mercedes-Benz models including the C300, C200, C250, C350e, E200, E250, E300, and E350. It helps hold the engine in place while reducing vibration and noise transfer, which is important for drivability and cabin comfort. The mount is manufactured with rubber compounds selected for durability and consistent performance, and the bonded rubber-to-metal construction is intended to maintain a stable connection under normal engine movement.

For buyers searching for a Mercedes-Benz C300 front left engine mount or a Mercedes-Benz E300 engine mount replacement, Anchor 10242 provides an OE-style service part option with application-specific material and hardness tuning. The part number 10242 is also useful when cross-checking replacement listings for the same front left mount location.

What It Helps Address

• Excess engine vibration felt through the body or steering wheel
• Clunking or movement caused by a worn engine mount
• Engine position instability under load or acceleration
• Noise transfer from deteriorated rubber isolation
• Replacement needs for a front left Mercedes-Benz engine mount

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the vehicle’s year, model, and front left mount location before ordering. Inspect adjacent mounts and brackets for wear or damage during replacement, since a failed mount can place added stress on nearby components. This part does not list mounting hardware included, so verify reuse or separate hardware requirements before installation.

Quality Assurance

Anchor designs this mount to OEM standards and uses hardened steel fasteners where applicable, heat-treated Grade 5 bolts, and a bonded rubber-to-metal construction for consistent fit and durability. The part number 10242 is built for application-specific performance on the listed Mercedes-Benz vehicles.