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How Effective Is Replacing the Chassis Bushings on an Older Car?

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Thalia

07/29/25 6:58pm

It affects the stability and handling of the vehicle. Precautions for car chassis: 1. Precautions one: When installing the subframe bushings, you can first heat the subframe, being careful not to make the temperature too high, utilizing the principle of thermal expansion and contraction. Then apply some grease on the subframe bushings and use tools to install them. Generally, if there are no significant gaps in the subframe bushings, they do not need to be replaced. Because the subframe represents the safety system of the car, it must not be taken lightly. 2. Precautions two: The round holes in the subframe bushings will enlarge each time the bushings are replaced. After several replacements, the holes may become larger than the bushings themselves, creating gaps between the holes and the bushings. At this point, it is necessary to replace the subframe promptly to ensure driving safety.

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