Parts for your 2013 Toyota Wish-Strut mounts

2013 Toyota Wish strut mounts — what they do and when to replace them

Based on technical references including the Toyota Wish ZGE2# service manual (front suspension section), Toyota parts catalogue illustrations (showing the front strut top insulator and bearing), and aftermarket fitment catalogues from KYB and Monroe that list specific front strut mounts for the 2009–2017 Wish, the 2013 Toyota Wish does use strut mounts on the front suspension. The car runs a MacPherson strut front end (which requires a top mount with an integrated bearing) and a rear torsion beam with separate shocks (no rear strut mounts).

On a 2013 Toyota Wish, the front strut mounts sit at the top of each MacPherson strut, tying the suspension into the body while isolating vibration. The rubber insulator cushions impact and road noise, while the built‑in bearing lets the strut rotate smoothly as the driver steers. That combo keeps the cabin quiet, the steering light and consistent, and the tyre contact patch happy over the rough stuff common on Aussie and Kiwi roads.

Because the mounts carry load, rotate constantly and cop heat and weather, they do wear. Telltales include:

• Clunks, thuds or creaks over bumps or when turning the wheel at low speed
• Heavier, notchy or self‑centering steering
• Uneven or feathered front tyre wear, plus vague tracking
• Perished rubber, rust staining, or play around the top hat

Best practice on a 2013toyotawish strutmounts service is to inspect the mounts any time the front struts are out, and to replace mounts in pairs if there’s noise, play, or you’re fitting new struts. Fresh mounts protect new dampers and restore proper steering feel. Use quality OEM‑equivalent parts, new top nuts and any required dust boots or bearings. A proper coil spring compressor is a must, the stored energy in the spring can be dangerous without the right kit.

When fitting, torque the hardware to the Toyota spec and tighten the control arm bush fasteners at normal ride height to avoid preloading the rubber. Follow up with a wheel alignment, as ride height and camber/caster can shift slightly when mounts and struts are renewed. In local conditions, many workshops see mounts lasting 80,000–120,000 km, but city kerbs, corrugations and lifted speed humps can shorten that. Between services, keep an ear out for new noises and check for cracked rubber or rusty dust trails around the top mount under the bonnet.

Look after the strut mounts and the Wish will steer cleaner, ride quieter, and keep tyres wearing evenly.

Popular questions about 2013toyotawish strutmounts

Do 2013 Toyota Wish models have rear strut mounts?

No. The rear of the 2013 Wish uses a torsion beam with separate shock absorbers, so there are shock top bushes but not rear strut mounts. Only the front MacPherson struts use strut mounts with bearings.

Should strut mounts be replaced with the struts on a 2013 Wish?

It’s smart to replace the mounts when you’re doing front struts, especially if the car has higher kilometres or there’s any noise or play. New mounts help protect new dampers and restore smooth steering.

Do you need a wheel alignment after changing strut mounts on a 2013 Wish?

Yes. Any time the front strut assembly is disturbed, plan for a wheel alignment. It ensures correct camber and toe, better tyre life and straight‑ahead stability.