RWD Newsletter June 09
Page 3: Bushing Kits

If your Volvo doesn’t track straight down the road and you’ve had difficulty getting the front end properly aligned, the suspension bushings may be worn or broken. Clunking sounds when driving on rough or graveled roads or squeaking noises over railroad tracks or intersections are also key indicators of bushing problems. Front-end shakes, clunks and squeals come from excessive play in worn bushings and can cause misalignment and dangerous handling when driving. It is also terribly hard on your tires. Take a quick look; you’ll be able to tell if the problem is bushing deterioration or another problem. If it’s bushings, you’ll see cracks in the edges of the rubber. If you’re unfamiliar with how your Volvo’s suspension works and what to look for, make an appointment to have it inspected by your local Volvo specialist, or give us a call, as our staff is well trained in diagnosing Volvo suspension problems. We’ll be glad to steer you in the right direction.

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*Includes DVD installation guide PI-328DVD. Sold separately for $19.95.

(1) Full kit with polyurethane bushings for strut rods.

(2) Subkit contains strut rod bushings and washers only (the most common failure).

(3) Poly subkit contains polyurethane front strut rod bushings.

*Not for models with independent rear suspension. Call for details. This kit fits 760 sedans (1983-87), 760 wagons (all), 740 sedans and wagons (all), and 940 (all) except for SE
models.

700 and 900 series models suffer from an inherent front suspension problem related to the cone-shaped control arm stay bushings. As the bushing weakens, it allows the lower strut assembly and wheel to move a considerable amount, altering the front-end alignment. This allows the strut assembly to shudder under brake loads and decreases handling stability.

Our kit includes everything you need to put an end to the problem and provide improved response to steering and brake inputs.