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Originally Posted by freshwun
I have a 2008 X5 and I have some uneven wear on my tires so I went in get get an alignment check. Mechanic tells me my front bushings are also worn out causing a forth and back motion when I come to a stop. I have noticed this similar symptom now that it was mentioned. Are these the front thrust rod bushings that need to be replaced? Are these also called lower control arm bushings? I read it's rather easy to replace the whole thrust rod arm but wanted to make sure this was the issue.
Thanks,
Doug
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Yes, they are called lower control arm bushes, thust arm or tension arm bushes - depending on the car. I think X5 says Thrust amr.
You can replace just the bushing...or the whole arm.
You DIYing?
When you do the alignment tell them to set the toe at 0.02 EACH wheel.