Anchor 9616 Engine Torque Strut Mount - Rear or Rear Upper

Engine Torque Strut Mount for Subaru

Anchor 9616 is a rear upper engine torque strut mount engineered to control engine movement and reduce rocking under load. It is built to OE standards for direct replacement use on select Subaru Forester and Subaru Outback applications.

• Engine torque strut mount for rear upper or rear mounting positions
• Designed to limit engine rocking and drivetrain movement
• Natural and SBR rubber for durability and performance
• Rubber-to-metal bonding uses a special adhesive process
• Rubber compound is formulated to a specific durometer hardness
• Heat-treated grade 5 steel fasteners are used in the mount design
• 12 month warranty

Fitment Details

Compatible With 2002 Subaru Forester, rear upper. Compatible With 1998-2001 Subaru Forester, rear upper. Compatible With 2000 Subaru Outback, rear upper. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

Use Anchor 9616 when replacing a worn engine torque strut mount on a Subaru Forester or Subaru Outback with symptoms tied to excess engine movement. The part number 9616 is also referenced in interchange listings for OE-style replacement matching these applications.

Common Issues This Part Addresses

• Engine rocking during acceleration or deceleration
• Excess drivetrain movement under load
• Clunking or shifting felt from the engine mount area
• Vibration transfer caused by a deteriorated torque strut mount
• Wear-related loss of rubber isolation in the rear upper mount

Installation Notes

Verify the mounting position before installation, since this application uses rear upper and rear fitment locations. Inspect adjacent mounts and fasteners for wear or damage during replacement, and confirm the replacement matches the original mount style for the vehicle.

Quality Assurance

Anchor 9616 is manufactured to OE standards with bonded rubber construction, heat-treated grade 5 steel fasteners, and a 12 month warranty.