Parts for your 2014 Toyota Hiace-Strut mounts

2014 Toyota Hiace strut mounts — what’s actually fitted?

Short answer: a 2014 Toyota Hiace doesn’t use strut mounts. Technical sources for the H200-series Hiace (the 2004–2019 generation that includes the 2014 model) specify a front double-wishbone suspension with a torsion bar spring and separate shock absorber, and a live axle with leaf springs at the rear. In Toyota’s service literature for the H200 Hiace front suspension, as well as Toyota Australia/NZ model specification sheets and the Toyota Electronic Parts Catalogue (EPC), there’s no MacPherson strut assembly listed—so there’s no strut top mount to replace.

Why no strut mounts? A strut top mount only exists when the vehicle uses a MacPherson strut up front. In a Hiace, the shock absorber isn’t a structural “strut” that carries vehicle weight and locates the wheel, that job is handled by the upper and lower control arms with the torsion bar providing the spring. The shock simply dampens movement, so it’s retained by simpler upper and lower mounts with rubber bushes rather than a bearing-type strut mount.

What should Hiace owners look at instead of strut mounts? If there’s a front-end knock, vibration, or tyre wear on a 2014 Hiace, the usual suspects are:

• Front shock absorber bushes or the shocks themselves
• Upper and lower control arm bushes and ball joints
• Stabiliser (sway bar) links and bushes
• Torsion bar anchors/adjusters and ride height settings
• Rear leaf-spring bushes, shackles and U-bolts

Typical symptoms that might be mistaken for a “bad strut mount” include clunks over speed humps, steering that feels a bit vague, or chatter on corrugations. On a Hiace, those are more likely from tired shock bushes, worn sway bar links, or control arm bushes. A quick bounce test at the front corners, a check for play at the wheels, and a look for perished bushes will usually point the tech in the right direction.

For servicing, it’s smart to:

1. Inspect front shock absorber upper and lower bushes every service interval and replace the shocks in pairs if they’re weeping or weak.
2. Check ball joints and control arm bushes for play and cracking, especially on vehicles doing courier or tradie kms.
3. Verify front ride height and torsion bar condition after any front-end work or if the van sits unevenly.
4. Rotate tyres and align regularly—worn bushes and poor alignment can chew tyres quickly.

Unless a rare custom coilover/strut conversion has been fitted (uncommon on stock 2WD H200 Hiace models), ordering “strut mounts” for a 2014 Hiace will miss the mark. Focus instead on quality shocks and fresh bushes to keep the van tracking straight and riding sweet as.

FAQs

Does a 2014 Toyota Hiace have strut mounts?
No. The H200 Hiace uses a double-wishbone front end with torsion bars and separate shocks, so there’s no MacPherson strut and no strut top mount. The relevant wear items are the shock absorber bushes, control arm bushes, ball joints and sway bar links.

What should be checked if there’s a knocking noise up front?
Start with the front shock absorber bushes and the shocks, then look at sway bar links/bushes and the upper/lower control arm bushes and ball joints. Also confirm wheel alignment and front ride height, as torsion bar adjustments can affect handling feel.

Are there any versions of the 2014 Hiace that use strut mounts?
Not from the factory in the H200 series. Some custom builds may retrofit coilovers or strut-style setups, but that’s uncommon. If the van has been modified, visually confirm what’s fitted before buying parts.