S60 2002 Front Control Arm (posted 2-month ago)
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Hairline cracks on rubber bushings are not uncommon. Unless you're experiencing handling problem, I would leave them alone. Save your $.
The bushing should be able to replace, but you need a hydraulic press. However, if the bushing is of "permanent-fit (which I doubt)", then you may need to replace the entire arm (which I doubt). See if S60 experts can help you.
The dealers go extra miles to find negligible problems and make them sound like your car would explode if you didn't replace this & that for $2,000. Ignore their nonsense.
JPN
The bushing should be able to replace, but you need a hydraulic press. However, if the bushing is of "permanent-fit (which I doubt)", then you may need to replace the entire arm (which I doubt). See if S60 experts can help you.
The dealers go extra miles to find negligible problems and make them sound like your car would explode if you didn't replace this & that for $2,000. Ignore their nonsense.
JPN
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you CAN replace just the bushings on these cars.. I did it on BOTH of my front control arms on the s80..
That said, I wouldn't do it just for a crack on the bushing.. Additionally, I wouldn't do ANY of that sort of work at the dealer.. Find a good Volvo specialist in town or even an average mechanic with knowledge of these cars..
Its a bit of work as the old bushings are a bi*ch to get out, but the new ones are easy to press in with large press (doesnt necessarily have to be hydraulic)..
That said, I wouldn't do it just for a crack on the bushing.. Additionally, I wouldn't do ANY of that sort of work at the dealer.. Find a good Volvo specialist in town or even an average mechanic with knowledge of these cars..
Its a bit of work as the old bushings are a bi*ch to get out, but the new ones are easy to press in with large press (doesnt necessarily have to be hydraulic)..
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