Parts for your 2016 Holden Commodore-Strut mounts

2016 Holden Commodore strut-mounts

Based on technical references including the Holden VF Commodore Workshop/Service Manual for Front Suspension (MacPherson strut design) and major suspension catalogues used in AU/NZ trade like Monroe and KYB application guides for the VF series (2013–2017), the 2016 Holden Commodore is fitted with MacPherson struts at the front and therefore uses front strut mounts with an integrated bearing. Those same sources list an independent multi-link rear with separate shock absorbers, so there are no rear strut mounts on this model—only shock mounts at the back.

For the front end, a strut mount is the rubber-and-metal sandwich that bolts the top of the strut to the body and, on steerable wheels, carries a bearing so the strut and spring can turn smoothly with the steering. It isolates vibration, supports vehicle weight, and acts as the pivot for steering. When it’s tired, the driver can cop clunks over bumps, a “notchy” feel at the wheel, twanging noises as the spring winds up, vague tracking, or uneven tyre wear.

On a 2016 Commodore, it’s smart practice to treat strut mounts as service items. Many workshops will replace the mounts whenever front struts are renewed, or sooner if there are symptoms. In Aussie and Kiwi conditions, a broad rule of thumb is inspection every service once the odometer is past 80,000–100,000 km, and replacement commonly somewhere in the 100,000–150,000 km window—earlier if the car tows, sees rough roads, or runs firmer sport suspension.

• Replace in axle pairs to keep steering feel even left-to-right.
• Always include the bearing (where separate) and check bump stops and dust boots.
• Use proper spring compressors and torque the top nut and mount fasteners to spec.
• Finish with a wheel alignment, worn or new mounts shift ride height and camber/caster.

Tell-tales a Commodore’s front strut mounts are due include: metallic clunk over potholes or driveway lips, steering that recentres poorly or feels sticky, a rubbery creak at parking speeds, or feathering on the inner or outer edges of the front tyres. If any of that sounds familiar, fresh mounts can sharpen steering, quieten the cabin, and protect new struts from premature wear.

Popular questions about 2016 Holden Commodore strut-mounts

Do VF (2016) Commodores have strut mounts front and rear?
They have strut mounts at the front because the VF uses a MacPherson strut front end. The rear is an independent multi-link with separate shocks, so no rear strut mounts—just upper and lower shock mounts.

How long do front strut mounts typically last?
In typical AU/NZ use, expect 100,000–150,000 km, but rough roads, big wheels, or lots of urban kerb hits can shorten that. Have them inspected for play, cracks in the rubber, and bearing roughness during regular servicing.

Can worn strut mounts affect tyres and steering?
Yes. A collapsed or binding mount can alter alignment on the move and cause tramlining, poor self-centring, and uneven or feathered tyre wear. Replacing the mounts and aligning the front end usually restores crisp steering and tyre life.