Parts for your 1999 Mazda Premacy-Strut mounts

1999 Mazda Premacy strut-mounts — what they do and when to replace them

Based on technical sources — including the Mazda Premacy (CP) workshop manual front suspension section, the Mazda Electronic Parts Catalogue for CP-series, and aftermarket catalogues from KYB and Monroe that list front top mounts/bearings for this model — the 1999 Mazda Premacy uses MacPherson struts at the front with dedicated strut mounts (top mounts with an integrated bearing). The rear suspension is a separate spring and damper arrangement and does not use rear strut mounts.

On the 1999 Premacy, the front strut mounts do two big jobs. First, they isolate vibration and road harshness from the body via a tough rubber insulator. Second, the integrated bearing lets the strut turn smoothly with the steering, so the wheel points where it’s told without graunching or binding. When the rubber perishes or the bearing wears, the ride gets noisy, steering feel goes off, and tyre wear can creep in.

For owners keeping a CP-series Premacy happy, it’s smart to check the front strut mounts whenever the car’s in for suspension or steering work — and definitely when replacing front struts or springs. Many techs will change them as a set with the struts, because a tired mount can take the shine off new dampers and is cheap insurance against future knocks and creaks.

• Typical signs of worn strut mounts:
  • Clunks over bumps, especially at low speed or on driveway entries
  • Steering “notchiness” or a springy feel when turning lock-to-lock
  • Uneven or accelerated tyre wear at the front
  • Visible rubber cracking or separated bonding when the strut is out
• Servicing tips for a 1999 Premacy:
  • Inspect mounts whenever front struts are removed, replace mounts and bearings in pairs
  • Use new upper nuts and spring seats as required, orient the mount correctly to the body
  • Torque fasteners to spec and book a wheel alignment straight after the job
  • Expect service life to vary, many original mounts last 100,000–160,000 km, less on rough roads

Quality matters here. Good OE-equivalent mounts keep the cabin quiet and the steering light and consistent. If the Premacy is showing any of the above symptoms, or the front struts are due, doing the mounts at the same time saves labour and keeps the family hauler feeling tight and confidence-inspiring.

Popular questions about 1999 Mazda Premacy strut-mounts

Do 1999 Mazda Premacy models have rear strut mounts?
No. The CP-series Premacy uses MacPherson struts with strut mounts only at the front. The rear suspension has separate springs and shock absorbers, so there are no rear strut-mounts to replace.

Can worn strut mounts cause steering heaviness or noise?
Yes. The front mount’s bearing allows the strut to rotate. When that bearing binds or the rubber collapses, drivers may notice heaviness, a graunchy feel at the wheel, and clunks over bumps or when parking.

Should strut mounts be replaced with new struts?
Generally, yes. Replacing mounts when fitting new front struts prevents noise returning, protects the new dampers from side-load issues, and is cost-effective because the strut is already out. Always finish with a wheel alignment.