Parts for your 2010 Toyota Crown-Strut mounts

2010 Toyota Crown strut mounts — what’s actually on the car

Short answer: a 2010 Toyota Crown doesn’t use MacPherson strut mounts. The S200-series Crown (GRS200/201/202/204), covering 2010 production, runs a front double-wishbone layout and a rear multi-link setup. In that design there’s no rotating strut top bearing like you’d see on a MacPherson-strut car. Instead, the Crown uses a shock absorber with a rubber upper mount/insulator that cushions noise and vibration but doesn’t handle steering rotation.

That’s not just workshop hearsay. Technical references consistently describe the S200 Crown’s geometry this way:

• Toyota Crown S200 New Car Features (Toyota TIS): front suspension is double wishbone, rear is multi-link.
• Toyota Electronic Parts Catalog (GRS200/204): front diagrams show a shock absorber assembly with upper mounting cushion/insulator rather than a strut bearing-type “suspension support”.
• Major aftermarket catalogues (e.g., KYB, Monroe) list front shock top mounts/insulators for GRS200 Crown, not strut bearings.

Why there’s no strut mount on the 2010 Toyota Crown comes down to how the suspension does its job. On a MacPherson design, the “strut” is a load-bearing steering member and needs a top mount with an integrated bearing to let the assembly rotate when turning. The Crown’s double-wishbone front end steers on ball joints in the upper and lower arms, so the shock’s upper mount only isolates vibration, it doesn’t carry cornering loads or allow rotation.

For owners searching “2010toyotacrown strutmounts”, the equivalent service item to check is the front shock absorber upper mount/insulator (often paired with the upper spring seat and dust boot). If there’s a knock over sharp bumps, visible cracking in the rubber, or a thud on rebound, those insulators may be tired. It’s common to renew them when replacing front shocks, as reusing fatigued mounts can leave the car with lingering noises.

A few handy service tips mechanics in AUS/NZ keep in mind:

• Replace in axle pairs where practical to keep ride and NVH even left to right.
• Inspect control arm bushes and ball joints at the same time, on a double-wishbone Crown, those parts carry the steering and cornering loads.
• Get a wheel alignment after suspension work. Even though the top mount doesn’t set camber/caster like a strut car, disturbing arms or slackening subframe bolts can nudge alignment.
• Torque fasteners at ride height to avoid preloading new bushes and mounts.

When ordering, useful search terms are “front shock absorber upper mount/insulator” or “cushion sub-assembly” for GRS200/201/202/204. The rear also uses shock mounts suited to the multi-link layout, which are worth checking if there’s a dull thump from the boot area.

Popular questions about 2010 Toyota Crown strut mounts

Does a 2010 Toyota Crown have strut mounts?

No. The 2010 Crown (S200 series) uses a double-wishbone front suspension, so there’s no MacPherson-style strut top with a steering bearing. Instead, it has a shock absorber with a rubber upper mount/insulator that manages NVH but doesn’t rotate with steering.

What should be replaced instead of strut mounts on a 2010 Crown?

Look for “front shock absorber upper mounts/insulators” along with the spring seat, dust boot, and bump stop. Given the design, it’s also smart to assess upper/lower control arm bushes and ball joints, as they’re the parts that actually guide the wheel and handle steering loads.

How can someone tell the shock top mounts are worn on a Crown?

Common signs include a clunk or thud over sharp bumps, vibration over coarse-chip roads, or visible cracking of the rubber insulator when the assembly is removed. If shocks are being renewed, fitting fresh mounts helps prevent carry-over noises and restores that quiet, plush Crown ride.