A lot of folks here say is the failure of the "subframe bushings". My question is my warranty has expired. Is this something an average garage can fix ? How many actual bushings are we talking about ? Roughly how much are the parts ? And in terms of labour, roughly how many hours will it take to replace these bushings ? I am not confident my garage can handle the job, are there 2006 Tucson's suspension schematics that can be downloaded somewhere ?
Warranty on these bushes is not allowed even in warranty period as they are classed as consumable items (tyres -brake pads -clutch linings etc). The price sound about right and any accredited service shop should be able to handle the job . With out unforseen problems it should be no more than 2 hours for both sides . You will need to do both sides.
That's a great and very helpful reply, Bill. Thanks ! Where exactly are these "subframe bushings" located under the car ? Are there schematics that I can download to help point my mechanic to the point source ? I am just not sure whether he can understand what "subframe" actually means.
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I found this from amazon.com. CDN$22.95, is that all it costs for the parts required ?http://www.amazon.ca/2006-Hyundai-Tucson...
Replacing front and rear bushing is not really that difficult and I can say it is something an average garage can fix and involves 8 small parts more or less. But there is another bushings in front, maybe near the oil pan which we call here the cross joint bushings which is shaped like a small can and is quite difficult to replace because you have to pull down several parts. Maybe, this is what your saying. It is composed only of 2 parts (bushings), one in the left and right side. It also can be done in an average garage, as long as the mechanics are an expert to that said underchasis part.
the sub frame is that section that carries the engine and front suspension and is bolted/welded to the front/under the cabin front section . Achassis runs from the front bumper to the rear bumper and the cabin is bolted to it.. If the mechanic doesn't know what a sub frame is thyen I would go to a shop that does
These are great tips, thanks very much, guys. Just one more question if I may. On top of the "knocking" sound, on the front passenger side whenever I turn the wheel has a straining "groaning" type of noise as well. Will the subframe bushings replacement take care of that too or could that be something else ?
IT may be related in as much as if the sub frame is moving in the insularors then the bolts may be moving metal on metal. As an added precaution I would also be checking wheel bearing condition and adjustment as it may be rotor touching on the calipers .
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