Parts for your 2014 Toyota Crown-Struts

2014 Toyota Crown struts: what’s actually fitted and what to service instead

After checking technical sources for the S210-series Toyota Crown (2012–2018), it’s clear the 2014 Toyota Crown does not use MacPherson struts. Instead, it runs a double wishbone front suspension and a multi-link rear. Many trims also feature Adaptive Variable Suspension (AVS), and the Crown Majesta variant adds air springs, but none of these are MacPherson “strut” assemblies. So if someone’s searching for 2014 Toyota Crown struts, they’re really looking for front or rear shock absorbers (dampers) and associated arms, bushes, mounts, and links.

Technical sources consulted: Toyota Crown (S210) Repair Manual — Suspension section (Front: Double Wishbone, Rear: Multi-link), Toyota Electronic Parts Catalogue for S210 — shows separate shock absorbers and coil springs, not a combined load-bearing strut unit, 2014 Toyota Crown product brochures — list “double wishbone front suspension” and “multi-link rear”.

Why Toyota didn’t use struts on the 2014 Crown comes down to ride and handling targets for a premium rear-wheel drive sedan. The double wishbone layout:

• Maintains better camber control for crisp steering feel and even tyre contact in corners
• Delivers plush ride quality with less harshness over rough Aussie and Kiwi roads
• Offers more precise geometry tuning for performance grades like Athlete
• Packages well for bonnet height and engine bay layout on the Crown platform

What to service instead of “struts” on a 2014 Crown? Focus on the dampers, control arm bushes and ball joints, stabiliser (sway bar) links, and top mounts. On AVS cars, ensure the damper actuators and wiring are healthy, on Majesta, inspect air springs and the compressor/drier for leaks or moisture.

Handy servicing tips:

• Inspect every 20,000 km for oil seepage at dampers, uneven tyre wear, clunks or knocks over bumps, and nose dive or floaty behaviour
• Typical damper life varies with use, but many owners see replacement anywhere from 80,000–150,000 km
• Always book a four-wheel alignment after suspension work, premature tyre wear is a false economy
• Torque suspension bushes at normal ride height to prevent pre-load and early bush failure
• If AVS/air is fitted, use the correct compatible parts and scan the system for faults after installation
• Use quality components (OEM or reputable aftermarket) and replace in axle pairs for balanced handling

Bottom line: the 2014 Crown doesn’t run MacPherson struts. Its premium wishbone and multi-link setup rewards owners with superb comfort and control, provided the dampers, arms, bushes, and links are kept in good nick.

Popular questions about 2014 Toyota Crown struts

Does a 2014 Toyota Crown have struts?
No. The S210 Crown uses a double wishbone front and multi-link rear suspension. You’ll be replacing shock absorbers (dampers), not MacPherson strut units. Even AVS-equipped cars and the Majesta with air suspension don’t switch to MacPherson struts.

What suspension parts should be serviced on a Crown instead of struts?
Focus on front and rear dampers, upper/lower control arm bushes and ball joints, stabiliser links and bushes, and top mounts. For AVS, check the actuators and wiring, for Majesta, inspect the air springs and compressor system.

Can MacPherson struts be retrofitted to a 2014 Crown?
Not practically. The chassis and geometry are designed for double wishbone and multi-link. A strut retrofit would require extensive structural changes and offer no real-world advantage over simply refreshing the OEM-style dampers, bushes, and links.