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2006 Toyota Aurion suspension bushes — what they do and when to replace them
Suspension bushes are absolutely used on the 2006 Toyota Aurion. Technical sources including the Toyota Aurion/Camry (GSV40 platform) repair manual, Toyota’s Electronic Parts Catalogue, and aftermarket catalogues from SuperPro and Whiteline all list multiple bushes for the front lower control arms, rear suspension arms, sway bar mounts and links, and the rear subframe. The Aurion runs a MacPherson strut front end and a multi‑link style rear, each relying on rubber bushes to control movement, maintain alignment, and filter noise and vibration.
On this model, bushes sit wherever a suspension arm or bar pivots: front lower control arm front and rear bushes, sway bar D‑bushes and link bushes, rear control/trailing arm bushes, and subframe bushes. Their main job is to allow controlled movement without metal‑to‑metal contact, keeping the ride quiet and comfy while holding wheel alignment steady under braking, cornering, and over bumps.
When bushes wear, the Aurion can feel a bit loose on centre, tramline over ruts, clunk on take‑off or braking, and scrub tyres. Drivers might notice steering wander, braking instability, or a hollow knock from the front. Visual signs include cracked or perished rubber, torn voids, or oil‑soaked bushes (engine oil can attack rubber and accelerate wear).
For servicing, a sensible inspection interval is every 20,000 km or 12 months. Many owners see front lower control arm rear bushes go first, often between 120,000–200,000 km depending on roads and loads. Replacement can be done as individual bushes pressed into original arms, or by fitting complete arms (which also renew ball joints). Either way, torque the arm bolts at normal ride height to avoid pre‑loading the rubber, and book a wheel alignment straight after.
- Address fluid leaks under the bonnet—petroleum on rubber shortens bush life.
- Replace bushes in axle pairs for consistent handling.
- OEM‑style rubber keeps factory NVH, quality polyurethane can sharpen response but may add a touch of road feel—choose to suit the commute.
- Follow orientation marks/void directions when pressing bushes, use new hardware where Toyota specifies “non‑reusable”.
- Sway bar D‑bushes are cheap, quick wins for knocking noises and roll feel.
With fresh bushes, the Aurion’s steering feel tightens up, braking becomes more confidence‑inspiring, and tyre life improves—nice gains for a relatively modest outlay when done as part of routine suspension maintenance.
Popular questions about 2006 Toyota Aurion suspension bushes
How long do the Aurion’s suspension bushes usually last?
Most drivers see well over 100,000 km from factory rubber bushes, with many lasting to 150,000–200,000 km. Harsh roads, heavy loads, and oil contamination can shorten that. Regular checks catch cracking or movement before it affects tyres and alignment.
Should they choose rubber or polyurethane bushes?
Quality rubber keeps factory comfort and NVH. Polyurethane can firm up turn‑in and reduce compliance under braking, which some owners like. On a daily‑driven Aurion, rubber in control arms and poly in sway bar D‑bushes is a popular balance of comfort and response.
Do they need a wheel alignment after bush replacement?
Yes. Any time control arm or rear arm bushes are changed, alignment angles can shift. A proper alignment right after the job protects tyres and restores the intended steering feel.
