Parts for your 2008 Holden Captiva 5-Suspension bushes

2008 Holden Captiva 5 suspension bushes — what they do and when to replace them

Suspension bushes are absolutely used and relevant on the 2008 Holden Captiva 5. Technical references including the Holden CG Captiva (2006–2011) workshop manual, GM’s Electronic Parts Catalogue, and common aftermarket catalogues (e.g., SuperPro and Whiteline) list front lower control arm bushes, stabiliser (sway) bar D‑bushes and link bushes, plus rear suspension arm and trailing arm bushes for this model. Those sources confirm the Captiva 5 relies on multiple rubber/elastomer bushes to locate the suspension and control noise, vibration and harshness.

On this Captiva, the bushes sit where metal parts meet — control arms, anti‑roll bars and rear links — providing a flexible cushion so the chassis isn’t hammered by every bump. They help keep wheel alignment true under braking and cornering, sharpening steering feel and protecting tyres from feathering or irregular wear. When the bushes age, crack or go soft, the vehicle can start to clunk over bumps, wander on the motorway, tramline, or chew out inner tyre edges.

Good servicing practice is to inspect the suspension bushes at every service interval (around 10,000–15,000 km or annually), and definitely before big road trips or towing. Look for split or perished rubber, separated bonding, ovalled inner sleeves, or excessive arm movement with a pry bar. Stabiliser bar D‑bushes commonly harden and squeak