Parts for your 2013 Volkswagen Amarok-Suspension bushes

2013 Volkswagen Amarok suspension-bushes: what they do and when to replace them

Suspension-bushes are absolutely relevant on the 2013 Volkswagen Amarok. Factory documentation such as the Volkswagen workshop manual (ElsaWin) and the ETKA parts catalogue list front control arm bushes, stabiliser (sway) bar bushes and link bushes, shock absorber bushes and rear leaf-spring eye/shackle bushes for this model. Aftermarket catalogues from well-known suppliers in Australia and New Zealand also list complete bush kits for 2010–2016 Amarok, confirming fitment across front double-wishbone and rear leaf-spring setups.

On a 2013 Amarok, suspension-bushes isolate vibration, keep geometry in check and let the arms and springs move smoothly without metal-on-metal contact. Up front, the control arm and sway bar bushes help the ute track straight and feel planted in corners. Down the back, leaf-spring eye and shackle bushes control axle location and contribute to ride comfort when loaded or towing. When these bushes age, crack or deform, drivers notice clunks over corrugations, vague steering, a “tramlining” feel, or uneven tyre wear.

As part of regular servicing, it’s smart to inspect the Amarok’s suspension-bushes every 20,000–30,000 km, or sooner if it spends time on gravel, worksites or towing. Look for perished rubber, off-centre sleeves, torn lips, oil contamination and excessive movement under a pry-bar. By the 8–12 year mark or around 150,000–200,000 km, many original bushes are due, particularly rear leaf-spring and front lower control arm bushes.

• Replace bushes in axle sets (both sides) to keep handling balanced.
• Torque pivot bolts at normal ride height to avoid pre-loading new bushes.
• Book a wheel alignment after front control arm or sway bar bush work.
• Choosing materials: OEM-style rubber keeps the Amarok quiet and comfy