The springs and struts are what kept it together. This fixed the swaying, tire noise, and steering wondering problems. They pressed in the new bushings - at - no charge. I have a 97, and I replaced both the upper and lower arms, as well as new shocks. The other day I had adult passangers in the back seat and one in the front seat next to me.
Please review this list I have put together so you can get them ready when you start tackling this project on your own. One of the reason for this problem isbthe size of tires we put on the vehicle. Will not addressing the swirl issue hurt the engine? Its best to pay a professional to do it. Had to ruin it and get a new one. This is a job that you can do at home but be aware of the rusty bolts and the need for a press. It took a lot of pressure to remove the bushings even from this monster press. I bought it in phoenix az and while driving home to havasu, it stalled about bouse area and wouldnt start.
Helpful info, thank you for your time. Why isn't this a safety recall? I want to apologize for my English is not perfect. With the bolts siezed this easily turns into a 6 hours job. I ask why is there a restocking fee for defective parts. Or have we found more info since this post? I am in the process now of replacing mine, and hopefully that will do it. The rust on the bolts required me to use a reciprocating saw that took 20 minutes a bolt.
Hello i recently bought a 97 and it has this problem. Shortly there after I see the refund, over 25% less then what I paid for. . I only ask you because of your history with nissans, I have very ittle knowledge with nissan. I did heat up a few bolts with a propane torch which expanded the nut off the bolt. After removing the bushings, the poly bushings went in really easy by tapping them with a hammer. Thanks for taking the time to post this.
Hi, I have a question, I just got a 1997 pathfinder and found this blog searching about the wobble, very scary might I add, but I have a question about vapor lock. If you use the polyurathane ones, you can cut out the factory bolts and use the new ones included with the new bushings. The polyurathane bushings come with all the hardware. For more information go to. These reviews are from anyone who purchased those parts, in this case a Control Arm Bushing, so you can feel confident that you know what you are buying. I saved enough to buy a press at Harbor freight. This is not a isolated simple part going out on these suvs.
Close About MeBefore we start, a little bit about me. It is still black and blue. Don't use Napa or Nissan Factory parts, too expensive and hard to replace. I highly recommend that you have a shop press the bushings out for you! The owner was nice enough to let me do it myself. We have many Nissan cars there.
If you only replace the bushings, please take some pictures and post them here, I would appreciate any feedback or comments from you. I would plan ahead and have the new bushing pressed next time, save your self some stress. Pathfinder Suspension Diagram:the whole thing I was able to replaced it in about 4 hours. Since 1982, Mevotech has provided the automotive aftermarket with high-quality, quick-installation steering and suspension parts. I know pictures help a lot. Conclusion installing and replacing these control arm links is straight forward process, you just have to be patient and not rush it and use the proper tools. The two bolts closest to the front of the car came off easily, however the back two towards the rear had become one with the bushing.
I have a 2001 Pathfinder and these instructions worked for me. My car rolled forward 6 inches and the car almost came apart from the rear axle. Be warned that this is not an easy fix if you do not have the correct tools!!! The mistake I made was trying to do both sides at once. If you replace just the lower links, you will need the following: Replacing the lower links simply involves removing the wheels, brake cable brackets that are attached to the lower link on each side, and a shield of some sort towards the front end of the driver's side control arm. I noticed the 'death sway' when I was doing 70mph on the hwy.
I had to buy the control arms because I had to take a trip to Reno the following week, I couldn't wait, plus, since I have never done this before, I didn't want to take any chances. Prothane, known for their affordable polyurethane suspension parts, gives enthusiasts performance solutions designed to last. Don't buy the Rubber Bushing. You must have simple understand of your Pathfinder Control Arm Bushing that you can find some problem correct in time. Also, about the death sway.