This is EXACTLY the sound my Sentra is making now that I've replaced the front suspension and I couldn't figure out what it was for the life of me. Thabk you SO MUCH for this video!!!!!
I just got my subframe bushings replaced on my Nissan rogue and it used to sound super squeeqy and when I accelerated or braked I felt the whole front end shifting around, my car feels so solid now
@@patrickflavin7559the bushings were 50 bucks on 1aauto and a mechanic charged me 350, to replace them. Parts should be 50 and your local mechanics price would vary
I did this job. So few hints for those looking to do it: 1) leave the control arms on the subframe. Fewer bolts to retorque. 2) buy the bushings he used. I bought the bushings that were one piece and installing them was annoying. 3) IF you can remove the rack and pinion, do so and leave it on the vehicle. I left mine on the subframe and dealing with the steering shaft was annoying 4) don't forget to remove catalytic converter wire bracket. 5) you will need at least 2 jacks to get it out and back in 6) get a professional alignment afterwards
About the steering rack, reaching the nuts that mount it will be hard to reach. Use an electric wrench if possible, and drop the frame slightly (make sure to support it) to give you more access from the back of the frame (I suggest to just lift the whole car up). That or remove the rack and pinion before dropping the frame. There is a bolt below the steering wheel. Don't disassemble your steering rack unless you know how to align your wheels. Hope this helps.
I just got my subframe out from under the car today. Since it's out I'll be replacing both axles, all bushings, motor mount, torque mount, brakes, and struts. Might as well do it all while it's in pieces and accessable.
Thanks for the excellent informative video on what seems to be a common design problem with these Nissans. I have the clunking problem now in a 09 Nissan XTrail. Replaced all suspension and steering components before working out the subframe bushings are probably shot. I’ll be using the PSB bushings as well as you’ve demonstrated. Just wondering if you placed a rubber bushing at the bolt in side or just tightened the bolt with an open gap? The Xtrail has a rubber bushing at the bolt head end on the Xtrail. So I was either going to reuse the OEM part or perhaps use a second but cut down PSB bushing inserted at the bottom where the bolt enters. Do you think this idea would be an improvement or even necessary and worthwhile?
@Dino97612 I would consider this a heavy line job so if you have never worked as a mechanic not just changing oil but big jobs then don't try this. You have to drop the entire sub frame. Not really a garage job you need a lift and pole jacks.
@Dino97612 No problem yea it's nothing for a dealer line tech probably but for average diy person definitely an arduous task and you need a 30 ton press to press the new bushings in.
This is EXACTLY the sound my Sentra is making now that I've replaced the front suspension and I couldn't figure out what it was for the life of me. Thabk you SO MUCH for this video!!!!!
Glad I could help!
Mines to lol but ain’t this don’t look easy lmao
Hi you will have up and down movement i did this job with those bushing and i was getting seme knoking noise i replace with oem type and problem solve
I just got my subframe bushings replaced on my Nissan rogue and it used to sound super squeeqy and when I accelerated or braked I felt the whole front end shifting around, my car feels so solid now
How much did that run you?
@@patrickflavin7559the bushings were 50 bucks on 1aauto and a mechanic charged me 350, to replace them. Parts should be 50 and your local mechanics price would vary
@@patrickflavin7559but it’s so worth it if you need them changed.
I did this job. So few hints for those looking to do it: 1) leave the control arms on the subframe. Fewer bolts to retorque. 2) buy the bushings he used. I bought the bushings that were one piece and installing them was annoying. 3) IF you can remove the rack and pinion, do so and leave it on the vehicle. I left mine on the subframe and dealing with the steering shaft was annoying 4) don't forget to remove catalytic converter wire bracket. 5) you will need at least 2 jacks to get it out and back in 6) get a professional alignment afterwards
Good tips.
I did mine but they still squeak, what lubricant works on that?
@@Samsonpain probably isn't the subframe. Could be other suspension components
@acwright it only squeakss when I go over speed bumps or a driveway curb
@@Samsonpain I would check the control arm and sway bar links. Sway bar links can make some funny noises sometimes
About the steering rack, reaching the nuts that mount it will be hard to reach. Use an electric wrench if possible, and drop the frame slightly (make sure to support it) to give you more access from the back of the frame (I suggest to just lift the whole car up). That or remove the rack and pinion before dropping the frame. There is a bolt below the steering wheel. Don't disassemble your steering rack unless you know how to align your wheels. Hope this helps.
Do you have to drop the steering rack with the sub frame???????
You do unfortunately.
I just got my subframe out from under the car today. Since it's out I'll be replacing both axles, all bushings, motor mount, torque mount, brakes, and struts. Might as well do it all while it's in pieces and accessable.
Haha right! Took me most of a 3 day weekend. But I did most of the same.
can you let me know part number you used for the bushings
Thanks for the excellent informative video on what seems to be a common design problem with these Nissans.
I have the clunking problem now in a 09 Nissan XTrail. Replaced all suspension and steering components before working out the subframe bushings are probably shot. I’ll be using the PSB bushings as well as you’ve demonstrated.
Just wondering if you placed a rubber bushing at the bolt in side or just tightened the bolt with an open gap? The Xtrail has a rubber bushing at the bolt head end on the Xtrail. So I was either going to reuse the OEM part or perhaps use a second but cut down PSB bushing inserted at the bottom where the bolt enters.
Do you think this idea would be an improvement or even necessary and worthwhile?
I understand what you're thinking about, and that could provide a benefit. Another video shows this concept using these bushings.
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Do I need to jack stand anything after I take out the subframe? Like how did you hold the vehicle up?
I had jacks on the front jack points under the car.
Do you have to take off the axles to reach subframe or can I do the subframe bushings wile tires are still connected?
I want to do this but how do you like them? would you recommend this over OEM bushings?
I like them better than OEM. cheaper., and easier to install than the OEM. You'd need a hydraulic cup press.
Thanks good video ❤
I'm having the same problem it sounds loud smlh
Yeah I cringed before and after hitting every bump.
Sorry its a PITA but it just take it step by step.
Wish you showed how to drop the subframe 🤦🏻♂️
The job took me a day and a half. It would have been twice as long to film it.
Do not attempt to replace these bushings at home it is not a DIY job take it to a shop you have been warned.
R u hurt?
@Dino97612 I would consider this a heavy line job so if you have never worked as a mechanic not just changing oil but big jobs then don't try this. You have to drop the entire sub frame. Not really a garage job you need a lift and pole jacks.
@Dino97612 it's about the control arms times 10 I did this on a lift.
@Dino97612 No problem yea it's nothing for a dealer line tech probably but for average diy person definitely an arduous task and you need a 30 ton press to press the new bushings in.
That's why these bushings are nice, no press required. It was definitely a pain to get everything off and back on without a lift.