Parts for your 1993 Mitsubishi Pajero-Suspension bushes

1993 Mitsubishi Pajero suspension bushes

Suspension bushes are absolutely used on the 1993 Mitsubishi Pajero. The Mitsubishi Pajero NH/NJ Factory Service Manual (1991–1996, Suspension section), the Mitsubishi ASA dealer parts catalogue, and independent repair manuals such as the Haynes/Gregory’s Pajero/Montero 1983–1997 all specify multiple rubber bushes throughout the Pajero’s suspension. On this model’s front double-wishbone torsion-bar setup you’ll find upper and lower control arm bushes and stabiliser (sway) bar bushes, while the rear coil-sprung live axle uses trailing arm bushes and a panhard rod bush, plus stabiliser bar D-bushes and link bushes where fitted.

On a 1993 Pajero, bushes are the quiet achievers: they isolate noise and vibration, keep alignment stable, and let suspension arms move smoothly without metal-on-metal contact. Good bushes help the wagon track straight, brake cleanly and ride comfortably on corrugations and city streets alike. When they’re tired, the Pajero can feel loose or crashy over bumps, tramline on worn roads, and chew out tyres.

Typical wear points and symptoms owners should watch for include:

• Clunks or knocks over speed humps (often sway bar D-bushes or links)
• Wandering, vague steering or shimmy (front control arm bushes, idler/pitman wear may compound)
• Uneven or rapid tyre wear and braking instability (arm and panhard bushes)
• Visible cracking, splitting, or oil-soaked rubber at bush locations

Maintenance is straightforward. Inspect bushes at each service or at least every 20,000 km, sooner if the Pajero works off-road or tows. Rubber doesn’t like heat, oil or UV, so leaks near bushes should be fixed quickly. Replacement is best done in axle pairs to keep handling balanced. Press-fit arm bushes usually require a press and correct drifts, sway bar D-bushes and links are a quick driveway job on stands.

When fitting new bushes:

1. Set final torque at normal ride height so the rubber isn’t pre-twisted.
2. Book a wheel alignment after front or rear arm bush work.
3. Choose quality rubber for comfort and OEM feel, polyurethane can sharpen response but may add NVH—great for touring loads, less ideal if ride comfort is the priority.
4. Refer to the Factory Service Manual for torque specs and fastener reuse guidance.

Done right, fresh bushes make an older Pajero feel tight, quiet and sure-footed again, whether it’s commuting or carving up corrugations across the Nullarbor.

How long do the suspension bushes last on a 1993 Mitsubishi Pajero?

In typical mixed Aussie and Kiwi driving, factory-style rubber bushes often last 80,000–150,000 km. Heavy towing, corrugations, beach work and oil contamination shorten that. Polyurethane options can last longer but may transmit more vibration. Regular inspections are the key to catching wear early.

Which bushes should be replaced first on a tired Pajero?

Sway bar D-bushes and links are cheap, common wear items that deliver a noticeable improvement. Next, front lower control arm bushes and rear trailing arm/panhard bushes restore straight-line stability and braking feel. If the vehicle still wanders after bush work, also check steering idler and pitman components.

Rubber or polyurethane bushes for touring and light off-road?

For daily driving and touring, quality rubber keeps NVH low and ride comfortable. If the Pajero carries constant load or runs tougher tracks, a mix can work: polyurethane in sway bar positions for sharper roll control, with rubber in control arms and trailing arms to preserve compliance.