Parts for your 2000 Daihatsu Yrv-Strut mounts

2000 Daihatsu YRV strut-mounts: what they do and how to look after them

Technical sources including the Daihatsu YRV (J102/J112) workshop manual, the Daihatsu electronic parts catalogue, and common aftermarket application guides from KYB/Monroe/Autodata confirm the 2000 Daihatsu YRV runs a MacPherson strut front end with an upper strut-mount and bearing. The rear uses a torsion beam with separate shock absorbers (no rear strut-mount/bearing). So yes—strut-mounts are fitted and relevant on the front of this model.

On the 2000 Daihatsu YRV, front strut-mounts bolt the strut to the body under the bonnet. They isolate bumps and vibration with a rubber insulator, carry vehicle weight, and, thanks to an integrated bearing, let the strut rotate smoothly as the driver turns the steering. Good mounts keep steering light and precise, help maintain alignment, and reduce noise and harshness in day-to-day Aussie and Kiwi driving.

Because the mount cops both vertical load and steering forces, the rubber can crack and compress over time, and the bearing can dry out or seize. That leads to clunks over speed humps, creaks or graunching when turning, “memory steer” (wheel not self-centring), vague tracking, and uneven tyre wear. If any of that shows up, the mounts deserve a look during servicing.

• Inspection interval: check at least every 20,000 km or annually, or whenever front dampers/tyres are replaced.
• What to look for: perished or split rubber, rusty or domed top plates, loose top nuts, and rough or notchy bearing rotation.
• Best practice: replace in pairs, use quality OEM-equivalent parts, and fit new top nuts where specified.

Replacement requires removing the strut and safely compressing the spring, so a proper spring compressor and torque specs from the service data are a must. With the strut out, inspect the bearing, the upper spring seat, dust boot and bump stop. Many mounts integrate the bearing, if it’s separate, renew both pieces together. Refit with the mount indexed correctly, torque the top nut with the spring still compressed, and then the strut-to-knuckle bolts to spec.

Always finish with a wheel alignment. MacPherson setups can shift camber/toe during the job, and getting it right protects tyres and keeps the YRV tracking straight. The rear of the YRV doesn’t use strut-mounts—just conventional shock mounts—so focus attention up front for this model.

Popular questions about 2000 Daihatsu YRV strut-mounts

Does the 2000 YRV have rear strut-mounts?
No. The rear is a torsion beam with separate shocks. Those shocks have upper mounts, but they aren’t strut-mounts with steering bearings. Only the front uses true strut-mounts.

How long do front strut-mounts last on a YRV?
In typical Australian and New Zealand conditions, expect anywhere from 80,000 to 150,000 kilometres, depending on road quality and load. Noise, notchy steering, or uneven tyre wear are your main cues they’re due.

Do strut-mounts replacement need a wheel alignment?
Yes—every time. Removing and refitting the strut can alter camber and toe. A post-job alignment keeps handling sharp and prevents premature tyre wear.