How to Torque Rubber Suspension Bushings

Problem: Premature Failure of Rubber Bushings

For suspension parts like control arms that use rubber bushings, installing them using the correct procedure is imperative to avoid premature wear and failure. If the bushings are torqued unloaded with the suspension hanging, the angle of the component is too steep and could add excessive load to the bushing. Torquing the bushings in this manner can cause the bushings to twist excessively, leading to premature wear or failure to the bushings or damage to other suspension components.

Solution: Torque Bushings at Ride Height

To properly complete the installation of control arms, the rubber bushings must be torqued at ride height. Torquing rubber bushings at ride height reduces the angle and helps ensure that the bushings are positioned correctly for optimum performance.

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