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Bushing replacement in Helsinki
We replace rear axle beam and trailing arm bushings as well as BMW thrust arm bushings on passenger cars and small vans. The bushings are usually pressed in directly on the car with special tools – the control arm or beam is lowered, but it does not have to be removed completely.
Duration 1.5–4 hMost replacements are finished the same day – book the car in with us for the whole day.
- Rear beam bushings 200–300 €
- Front trailing arm bushings 255–316 €
- BMW thrust arm bushings 212.50 €
- Quality parts: Lemförder, Febi, FAG
200–316 €
Replacing a pair of bushings, average price. The price depends on the car’s design and the type of bushing – exact price by registration number. Parts extra.
✓ Included in the work
- removing the old bushings and pressing in the new ones
- lowering the control arm or beam when needed
- tightening the mountings to the correct torque
- a short test drive
× Not included in the price
- parts and any new bolts
- four-wheel alignment 79 €
- cutting out seized bolts – charged at 85 €/h
Examples of average prices · labour, parts extra
Rear beam bushings
200–300 €pair
Ford Fiesta, Peugeot and Citroën, Toyota Yaris and Corolla, Kia, Hyundai, Nissan
Front trailing arm bushings
255–316 €pair
Volvo V40–XC60, Ford Focus and S-Max, Toyota RAV4, Lexus NX, VW Golf
BMW thrust arm bushings
212.50 €pair
Floating rear axle bushings on the 1, 2 and 3 Series
Tesla Model 3 and Model Y
≈ 170 €per side, part extra
The rear axle bushings are replaced together with the knuckle
In addition, four-wheel alignment 79 € – recommended after the replacement, mandatory on a Tesla. We tell you the exact price by registration number before starting the work.
Prices include VAT at 25.5%.
When bushings need replacing
A bushing is a rubber-and-metal part that cushions the movement of the control arm. When the rubber tears or comes away from the metal, the arm starts to move.
- knocking or thumping from the rear over potholes and speed bumps
- the car feels like it wanders or the rear end moves around in corners
- tyres wear unevenly and the alignment values do not hold
- a remark at the inspection: bushing torn or loose
- BMW: constant creaking from the rear over every bump
Typical cases
On these cars bushings often wear out
Ford and VolvoRear axle bushings on the Fiesta and Focus and front trailing arm bushings on Volvos are well-known faults – we replace them all the time.
Toyota, Kia, Hyundai, PeugeotRear axle beam bushings tear with age and road salt, often at 10–15 years old.
Not sure?A 20 € chassis inspection shows which part needs replacing. Chassis inspection
How the replacement is done
The method depends on the car and the type of bushing. We choose the one that is most reliable and affordable for your car.
- the car is lifted and the control arm or rear axle beam is lowered from its mountings
- the old bushing is pressed out and the new one in with special tools – usually directly on the car
- on some cars the control arm is removed completely when pressing on the car is not possible or not worthwhile
- the mountings are tightened at ride height to the correct torque so the bushing is not pre-stressed
Options
On the car, removed, or the whole part
Pressing on the carThe fastest and most affordable way – used on most rear axle beams and trailing arms.
Control arm removedWhen the bushing is in a tight spot or the bolts are seized. More labour time, agreed in advance.
Whole control arm or knuckleWhen a new part with bushings costs less than the pressing work – or when pressing could damage an aluminium part, as on a Tesla.
BMW: creaking rear axle bushings
On the BMW 1, 2 and 3 Series the floating rear axle bushings (thrust arm bushings) rust and start to creak or squeak. The noise comes from the rear over every bump and speed bump.
- the fault is typical on the 1, 2 and 3 Series (E8x, E9x, F2x, F3x)
- the inner sleeve of the floating bushing rusts and rubs against the rubber
- the bushings are replaced in pairs – the other side is in the same condition
- a cheap bushing soon starts creaking again, which is why we use Lemförder or Febi parts
BMW 1, 2 and 3 Series
Thrust arm bushing replacement
Labour 212.50 €Pair of bushings, parts extra.
Duration 1.5–2 hDepends on the condition of the chassis and whether the bolts come undone.
PartsLemförder or Febi – or your own parts at the same labour price.
Four-wheel alignmentRecommended, but not usually essential.
Tesla Model 3 and Model Y: rear axle bushings
On the Model 3 and Model Y the rear axle bushings are pressed into an aluminium knuckle. When they wear, play develops in the rear axle.
- knocking or thumping from the rear on uneven roads
- play when braking and accelerating
- sometimes uneven wear of the rear tyres
- the Model 3 and Model Y share the same rear axle – the fault is common on both
Tesla Model 3 and Model Y
The knuckle is replaced as a whole
Why we don’t pressThe bushing sits in an aluminium knuckle. Pressing puts so much strain on the part that it can crack – and the result is not reliable.
What we doWe replace the rear knuckle as a whole with new bushings and bearings. The replacement is usually done the same day.
PriceLabour approx. 170 € per side, part approx. 280 €.
Alignment mandatoryAfter the replacement, four-wheel alignment 79 € and, if needed, steering angle sensor calibration 20–42.50 €.
Frequently asked questions about bushing replacement
How much does bushing replacement cost?
Replacing a pair of bushings costs 200–316 € on average depending on the design: rear axle beam bushings 200–300 €, front trailing arm bushings 255–316 €, BMW thrust arm bushings 212.50 €. Parts and four-wheel alignment extra. You get the exact price by registration number.
Is a four-wheel alignment needed after the replacement?
We recommend it, but it is not usually essential when replacing rear axle beam bushings or BMW thrust arm bushings. After trailing arm bushings an alignment is worth doing. After a Tesla knuckle replacement the alignment is always mandatory, and the steering angle sensor is calibrated if needed (20–42.50 €).
Can a bushing be replaced without removing the control arm?
In most cases, yes. The control arm or beam is lowered and the bushing is pressed in directly on the car. On some cars the control arm has to be removed completely – we tell you in advance.
Are bushings replaced in pairs?
Yes. Bushings on the same axle have worn at the same rate, and replacing only one often brings the car back soon.
Do you replace other bushings too?
Yes. In addition to rear beam and trailing arm bushings, we replace, for example, subframe bushings, anti-roll bar bushings, differential mounts and other rubber-and-metal suspension parts.
If the bushing is available separately, it can usually be replaced – we tell you the exact price by registration number.
Can I bring my own parts?
Yes, the labour price is the same. We recommend parts from Lemförder, Febi or FAG – cheap bushings do not last long in Finnish conditions.
What if a bolt will not come undone?
A rusted bolt is cut off and a new one is fitted. This adds labour time, and we always agree it with you before continuing.
Request a quote for bushing replacement
Send us:
- the car’s registration number
- the symptom – noise, play or an inspection remark
- the inspection report, if you have one
The exact price becomes clear once we know the car’s design and the type of bushing.
Call 050 599 0357 (Mon–Fri 9–17)
or message us on WhatsApp or email asiakaspalvelu@primpex.fi