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Replacing Suspension Bushings

The primary function of suspension bushings is to absorb impact when traversing on rough terrains. If the suspension bushings are not in tip-top shape, anything in the back is in for a bumpy ride, so better replace or fix them when necessary. Here are the easy-to-follow steps on replacing suspension bushings:

1. Begin by disconnecting the whole stabilizer bar to replace the bushings. You will need a tube of lube, clamps, jack stands, a floor jack, a wrench, a screwdriver and a receptacle for brake fluid.

2. Raise and support the front end of the car. In order to reach the suspension bushings, drop the entire suspension assembly and lift it by using at least two jack stands. Place a floor jack in the center of the beam under the suspension and jack it up to help support the weight. Place marks on the stabilizer bar where the suspension bushings are located.

3. After suspending your car, disconnect the shock absorbers near the bottom, and then remove any related bolts to drop the suspension. Carefully lower the suspension assembly and the jack. Take note that the suspension bushing assembly is on each side of the suspension ensemble.

4. Fit an open wrench on the inside and a socket on the outside of the center bolt. To pull this part out, loosen it completely until the suspension assembly id removed from the entire ensemble.

5. When working with suspension assembly, hold it in a vice or in two clamps, holding it tightly to your workbench. Hold the assembly in this manner while you are pressing the bushing out. Use clamp to get rid of the old bushing. Place the clamp on the outer edge. Take note that the clamp should be at a slight angle so that its end is just over the bushing. Once you're finished doing that, turn the screw.

6. Coat all parts of the new bushing kit with lube before putting the new bushings on the bar. Finally, reassemble the nuts and washers in the same way as they were removed.

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