Parts for your 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer-Suspension bushes

2016 Mitsubishi Lancer suspension bushes — what they do and when to replace them

Suspension bushes are absolutely fitted to the 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer (CF, CJ platform). Technical sources including the Mitsubishi Motors Lancer CJ/CF Workshop Manual (Suspension sections), Mitsubishi electronic parts catalogues (often referred to as ASA/EPC), and well-known aftermarket fitment guides from Whiteline and SuperPro all list multiple bushes for the Lancer’s front control arms, sway bars, rear arms and subframe mounts. So yes — suspension bushes are relevant to this model.

On the Lancer, these rubber or elastomer bushes sit where arms and bars meet the body or subframes. Their job is to let the suspension move smoothly while keeping geometry tight, cutting down vibration, harshness and rattles. Good bushes help the car track straight, brake cleanly and keep tyres wearing evenly — ideal for Aussie and Kiwi roads where heat, corrugations and the odd pothole can give components a tough life.

Typical lifespan varies with driving and climate, but many owners see 80,000–150,000 km before noticeable wear. During servicing, it’s smart to inspect the front lower control arm bushes, sway bar D-bushes and links, and the rear arm/subframe bushes. Look for cracking, perishing, tearing, oil saturation, or excessive movement. Tell-tales include:

• Clunks or thuds over bumps, wandering steering, or a shimmy under braking
• Uneven or accelerated tyre wear, especially on the inner edges
• Vibration through the wheel or floor on coarse chip or at motorway speeds

When replacement time comes, most techs recommend doing bushes in axle pairs to keep handling balanced. A wheel alignment is a must afterwards. Bolts should be torqued at ride height to avoid pre-loading the new bushes. Many Lancer owners choose complete control arm assemblies (with bushes pre-fitted) for the front, as it saves press work and can be cost-effective. If choosing individual bushes, OE-style rubber keeps the ride quiet and comfy, quality polyurethane can sharpen response and last longer, but may add a touch more NVH.

Maintenance-wise, don’t lubricate bonded rubber bushes or treat them with petroleum products. Poly sway bar bushes may benefit from the specific grease supplied by the manufacturer. Given local conditions, adding a suspension bush check to each service or at least every 20,000 km is a solid move for the 2016 Lancer.

Popular questions about 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer suspension bushes

How long do the suspension bushes usually last on a 2016 Lancer?
Many see 80,000–150,000 km, but heat, rough roads and driving style make a big difference. City kerbs, speed humps and gravel can accelerate wear, so regular inspections are worth it.

Do I need a wheel alignment after replacing bushes?
Yes. Any time control arm or rear arm bushes are changed, alignment angles can shift. A proper four-wheel alignment protects tyres and restores straight-line stability.

Is it better to replace just the bushes or the whole control arm?
Both approaches work. Pressing in bushes can be cheaper on parts but needs the right tools. Complete arms come with new bushes (and often ball joints), saving labour and hassle, and are popular on the Lancer’s front end.