Parts for your 2013 Toyota Hiace-Sway bars & links

2013 Toyota HiAce Sway Bars & Links

Technical sources confirm the 2013 Toyota HiAce (H200 series) is fitted with a front stabiliser (sway) bar and drop links, so sway bars &, links are absolutely relevant for this vehicle. The Toyota Electronic Parts Catalogue for H200 lists front “Stabilizer Bar” components (bar, D-bushes, brackets and link assemblies), and the Toyota HiAce 200 Series Repair Manual includes procedures for inspection and replacement of the front stabiliser bar, links and bushes. Aftermarket catalogues used widely in Australia and New Zealand (such as Monroe and SuperPro) also list front sway bar links and bush kits for the 2005–2019 HiAce range.

On a busy working van like a 2013 HiAce, the sway bar helps keep things tidy in the corners. It ties the left and right suspension together to reduce body roll, giving steadier steering and better stability when the van’s loaded, hitting a windy motorway, or rolling over speed humps. The drop links connect the bar to the suspension arms, while the D-bushes let the bar twist cleanly without knocking.

Most 2013 HiAce models have the front sway bar as standard, some trims may also have a rear bar, but plenty rely on the leaf springs alone at the back. Either way, the front setup does a lot of heavy lifting, especially on rough Kiwi and Aussie roads.

• Common signs it’s time for attention: clunks or rattles over bumps, extra body roll, vague turn-in, or visibly perished D-bushes and split link boots.
• Service tip: at every service (around 10,000–15,000 km), inspect the D-bushes for cracking or flattening, check link joints for play, and ensure brackets are tight and not rusted.
• Replacement advice: replace left and right links as a pair, fit quality bushes (OE rubber for comfort, polyurethane for a sharper feel), and torque fasteners to the repair manual specs with the vehicle at normal ride height.
• After the job: a sway bar swap doesn’t change alignment, but if other front-end work was done, a quick alignment check is smart.
• DIY note: support the van safely on stands and don’t lever on the bar itself, it’s spring steel and can be damaged.

Sorted sway bars and links make a noticeable difference to how a HiAce tracks and handles, keeping it more planted when it’s loaded up or hustling through town.

Popular questions

Does a 2013 HiAce have a rear sway bar?

Many 2013 HiAce variants run only a front sway bar from factory. Some grades and markets include a rear bar, and plenty of owners fit aftermarket rear kits to tidy up roll with a heavy load. A quick look under the rear, or a VIN-based parts check, will confirm what’s fitted.

How long do HiAce sway bar links and bushes last?

Anywhere from 60,000 to 120,000 km is common, but heavy loads, corrugations and city kerb-hopping can shorten that. Inspect at every service, replace links with any play and bushes that are cracked, squashed flat, or squeaking despite lubrication.

Is it safe to drive with worn sway bar links?

It’ll usually drive, but handling is dulled and clunks can get worse. For a van that hauls people or gear, it’s best to sort worn links and bushes promptly so it stays planted and predictable, especially in crosswinds and emergency manoeuvres.