Are trailing arm bushings important?
The trailing arm bushings join the axle and pivot point on the body of the vehicle. The purpose of the trailing arm bushings is to cushion the movement of the suspension while holding the wheel on the correct axis. The bushings absorb minor vibrations, shocks, and noise from the road to make for a smoother drive.
How do I know if my trailing arm bushings are bad?
Common signs include a clunking noise when you accelerate or brake, excessive and uneven wear on tires, and loose steering when turning corners.
Is trailing arm and control arm the same?
For the rear of a vehicle with a solid axle, any style of control arms might be used to connect the rear axle to the frame or unibody. Most often, it is three or four control arms with rubber bushings on each end. These control arms are called “trailing arms” or “rear trailing arms”.
How long should trailing arm bushings last?
These assemblies normally wear out between 90,000 and 100,000 miles. They can wear out faster if you go over a large pothole or are involved in a car accident. Various parts of the assembly may wear out as well, such as the bushings or ball joints.
How do you remove bushing from lower control arm?
Position the lower control arm into a hydraulic press using a press cone and cup to force the bushing from the arm. There will be an audible “pop” when the bushing starts to move. Continue pressing the bushing until fully it is removed from the arm.
Where are the bushings on the trailing arm?
The trailing arm bushings join the axle and pivot point on the body of the vehicle. They are part of a trailing arm suspension in your vehicle. The front trailing arm consists of a set of bushings attached to a bolt that runs through these bushings to hold the trailing arm to the chassis of the vehicle.
How does the trailing arm work on a car?
At the root of the suspension on most vehicles is the trailing arm, which aligns the pivot point of a body with the suspension by way of utilizing a series of arms and bushings for support. Under many circumstances, the trailing arm bushings can withstand tremendous abuse and last for a very long time.
What’s the best way to remove suspension bushing?
You only want to cut the old bushing shell. A thin line through the original bushing shell is enough to relieve the tension, which will allow you to remove the shell more easily. Cut a thin line through the OE shell, making sure not to cut the housing.