Why does the drivers side need replacement and not the passenger side, yet the dealer says I should replace both? The driver's side is the only one faulty (squeaking when coming to a stop).
I ask because the dealer says it's in good enough shape to do a wheel alignment, which they did and is aligned like new.
All info appreciated.
2007-01-11 02:43:13 · 3 answers · asked by Ariel G 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Other - Cars & Transportation
If the dealer says it's good enough for a wheel alignment then it's not worn out, they are suggesting a replacement because it is squeaking [the rubber bushing is dry] will probably stop when wet or you can try some brake fluid but these are temporary fixes and the only permanent repair is to replace, as to replacing the other side would depend on the age of the vehicle and the mileage and the general condition of the lower arm and does this model have a history of problems with lower arm bushings
2007-01-11 07:07:32 · answer #1 · answered by nelson 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The rule of thumb is "If one side is bad, the other side isn't far behind" It might very well be acceptable now, but changing both sides and aligning it now will save you from having to replace it later and align it again. If you are strapped for cash, doin what you did is fine.
2007-01-11 11:02:11 · answer #2 · answered by Scott M 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take it to a tire shop that does front end work for a second opinion. Never hurts.
2007-01-11 10:47:35 · answer #3 · answered by J.R. 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋