Parts for your 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero-Sway bars & links

1995 Mitsubishi Pajero sway-bars & links

Yes — the 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero is fitted with sway-bars (stabiliser bars) and link rods at both ends. This is documented in Mitsubishi’s Pajero/Montero workshop manuals for the NH/NJ/NK/NL series (Group 33 Front Suspension and Group 34 Rear Suspension), as well as Australian guides like Gregory’s Pajero 1991–1996 Service & Repair Manual and the Mitsubishi ASA electronic parts catalogue, which lists front and rear stabiliser bars, D-bushes and link kits for 1995 models. So sway-bars & links are absolutely relevant on this vehicle.

On a ’95 Pajero, the sway-bar ties the left and right suspension together to reduce body roll in corners and during quick lane changes. The links connect the bar to the control arm (front) and rear axle assembly, transmitting that stabilising force. The result is steadier handling, better tyre contact and a more confident feel on-road — especially handy with roof loads, towing or crosswinds.

Because these parts work hard, they’re worth a look at each service. The bar itself rarely fails, but the rubber D-bushes and link bushes/ball-joints wear and cause clunks, looseness, or extra body roll. If the Pajero is used off-road, corrugations and articulation speed up wear, and mud or road salt can corrode link studs and sleeves.

Replacement is straightforward for a competent home mechanic or workshop. Replace bushes and links in pairs on the same axle, use new nyloc nuts, and tighten fasteners with the vehicle at normal ride height to avoid bush preload. If upgrading, heavy-duty bars or polyurethane bushes can sharpen handling, but note they may reduce off-road articulation slightly, many owners opt for standard bars with quality rubber bushes for a balanced setup. Aftermarket link kits with greasable joints are a good pick for vehicles that see rough tracks.

• Common symptoms: clunk over bumps, vague turn-in, increased body roll, uneven tyre wear at the shoulders.
• Service checks: inspect D-bushes for cracking/ovalisation, check link studs for play, look for bent bars or perished boots, and confirm brackets aren’t cracked.
• Intervals: no fixed kilometre limit, inspect every service and expect bushes/links to need attention anywhere from 80,000–150,000 km depending on use.

Keeping the Pajero’s sway-bars & links in good nick pays off with safer, more predictable handling on both the highway and the gravel.

Popular questions about 1995 Mitsubishi Pajero sway-bars & links

What are the tell-tale signs the sway-bar links or bushes are worn?
Owners usually notice a dull knock over small bumps, extra body roll in roundabouts, or a steering feel that’s a bit floaty. A quick visual check often shows cracked or squashed D-bushes and links with torn boots or looseness when levered with a pry bar.

Is it safe to drive a 1995 Pajero with a broken sway-bar link?
It will usually still drive, but roll control is compromised and emergency handling can suffer. For towing or motorway speeds, that’s not ideal. Best to keep speed down and sort the link promptly. If both links on an axle fail, the bar can’t work at all, so handling degrades further.

Should they be upgraded for towing or touring?
A fresh set of quality bushes and links often restores factory feel. For heavier loads or a tall lift, a slightly stiffer bar can help on-road stability, but consider the trade-off in off-road articulation. Many touring setups run standard bars with upgraded shocks and tyres to keep things balanced.