Parts for your 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer-Suspension bushes

2015 Mitsubishi Lancer suspension bushes — what they do and when to replace them

Suspension bushes are absolutely fitted to the 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer. This is confirmed by the Mitsubishi Lancer CJ/CF Workshop Manual (Front Suspension Group 33 and Rear Suspension Group 34), which details front lower arm bushes, stabiliser (sway) bar D-bushes and link bushes, plus multiple rear arm and subframe bushes. The Mitsubishi ASA parts catalogue for CJ/CF Lancer models also lists these bushes by location across the front and rear suspension assemblies. Aftermarket technical catalogues for the Lancer CJ/CF platform further specify replacement bush kits for front control arms, sway bars and rear multi-link arms, reinforcing that bushes are an integral service item on this vehicle.

On a 2015 Lancer, the bushes sit at the pivot points of the control arms, sway bars and subframe mounts. Their job is to isolate noise, vibration and harshness while keeping alignment steady as the suspension moves. By flexing slightly, good bushes help the Lancer track straight, steer crisply and brake without shimmy. They’re usually rubber (some may be fluid-filled) engineered to balance comfort with precise handling.

Because bushes are wear items, they harden, crack or deform over time—especially with Aussie and Kiwi heat, rough roads and speed humps. Typical service advice is to inspect them every 20,000 km or 12 months during routine servicing. Look for perished rubber, splits, oil contamination, or excessive movement with a lever. If there are clunks over bumps, vague steering, instability under braking or uneven tyre wear, the bushes deserve a closer look.

When replacement’s due, it’s smart to do bushes in axle pairs and follow workshop-manual torque specs, tightening at normal ride height to avoid preloading the rubber. A wheel alignment is essential after any bush or arm replacement to protect tyres and restore handling. Press-in bushes require the right tools and orientation marks, complete replacement arms can be a practical option if the original arm ball joints or housings are tired. Quality rubber or reputable polyurethane options can sharpen response, just note that firmer bushes may increase cabin feel.

• Common locations on the Lancer: front lower control arm bushes (front and rear), front sway bar D-bushes and link bushes, rear multi-link arm bushes (lateral/toe/trailing), rear sway bar bushes and rear subframe mounts.
• Typical lifespan: often 100,000–150,000 km, but harsh conditions can shorten that window.

Popular questions

How do I know if my 2015 Lancer’s bushes are worn?
Tell-tales include clunks over potholes, steering wander, shimmy under braking and uneven tyre wear. A service inspection may show split or perished rubber, or excessive arm movement when levered. If in doubt, get a suspension specialist to check play and bushing condition on a hoist.

Do I need a wheel alignment after replacing bushes?
Yes. Bush changes can alter camber, caster and toe. A proper four-wheel alignment after fitting restores handling and protects tyres, especially on the Lancer’s multi-link rear end.

Rubber or polyurethane bushes for a daily-driven Lancer?
Quality OEM-style rubber maintains factory comfort and NVH control. Polyurethane can sharpen steering and response, but may transmit more road feel. For most daily drivers, fresh OEM-equivalent rubber is a great balance, for sportier setups, consider poly in select positions (e.g., sway bar bushes).