How long do trailing arm bushings last?

The trailing arm bushings are connected to the axle and pivot point on the vehicle body. They are part of your car's trailing arm suspension. The front trailing arm consists of bushings. A bolt passes through these bushings ...

The trailing arm bushings are connected to the axle and pivot point on the vehicle body. They are part of your car's trailing arm suspension. The front trailing arm consists of bushings. A bolt passes through these bushings, holding the trailing arm to the vehicle chassis. The trailing arm bushings are designed to cushion the movement of the suspension by keeping the wheel on the correct axle.

The bushings absorb minor vibrations, bumps and road noise for a smoother ride. Trailing arm bushings do not require much maintenance, however, they wear out over time due to the harsh environment in which they operate. If your bushings are made of rubber, the heat can cause them to crack and harden over time. If this happens, you will notice signs that the trailing arm bushings need to be replaced. As soon as this happens, contact AvtoTachki specialists to have them look at your trailing arm silent blocks and replace them. Keep in mind that if you have replaced the bushings, you will also need a wheel alignment.

Another problem that can shorten the life of trailing arm bushings is excessive twisting. If the bushings allow excessive roll on your vehicle, this can cause them to twist and eventually break. This can cause the vehicle's steering to become less responsive and you may lose control of the vehicle. Another problem with trailing arm bushings is transmission coolant or gasoline leaking from the bushings. Both will lead to deterioration of the bushings and their potential failure.

Because the trailing arm bushing can fail and fail over time, it's important to know the symptoms they give off before they fail completely.

Signs that the trailing arm bushings need to be replaced include:

• Knocking sound when accelerating or braking

• Excessive tire wear

• Steering is loose, especially when cornering

Bushings are an integral part of your suspension, so this repair should be done as soon as you notice symptoms for your safety and the safety of those around you.