Parts for your 2017 Toyota Wish-Strut mounts

2017 Toyota Wish strut mounts — what they do and when to replace them

Yes, strut mounts are fitted to the 2017 Toyota Wish at the front. Technical references including Toyota’s New Car Features (NCF) manual for the ZGE20/25 series, the Toyota Repair Manual, and the Toyota Electronic Parts Catalogue (EPC) show the Wish runs a MacPherson strut front suspension with a “Front Suspension Support (strut mount)” and an integrated support bearing. The rear uses separate shock absorbers with rubber bushes, not strut mounts.

On a 2017 Toyota Wish, the front strut mounts do three key jobs: they support vehicle weight at the top of the MacPherson strut, isolate vibration and road noise so the cabin stays quiet, and allow the strut to rotate smoothly when steering thanks to the built‑in bearing. When these mounts are in good nick, steering feels light and precise and the front end stays composed over bumps. When they’re tired, drivers may notice clunks over speed humps, a groan or creak when turning, “memory steer” (the wheel doesn’t self‑centre properly), and accelerated or uneven tyre wear.

Because the mount is a wear item working under constant load, it’s smart to inspect it at regular services and whenever tyres, brakes or front suspension are being worked on. Most workshops in Australia and New Zealand will recommend replacing the mounts (and the support bearings) whenever new front struts are fitted, or at higher mileages where rubber has perished — typically somewhere around the 80,000–120,000 km mark depending on use and road conditions.

• Replace in pairs left/right to keep steering feel consistent.
• Use quality OE or OE‑equivalent mounts with the correct support bearing.
• Check top hats/insulators and dust boots at the same time, renew if cracked.
• After any strut or mount work, book a wheel alignment to protect tyres and handling.

Fitting notes for techs: compress the coil spring safely, orient the mount correctly (arrows or marks point to body reference), and torque the centre nut with the strut held from turning rather than zapping it with an impact gun — that helps the new bearing live a long life. If the Wish shows steering bind, a thunk on take‑off, or a tapping over small bumps, the 2017toyotawish strutmounts and bearings deserve a close look. Getting them sorted brings back quiet ride quality, straight tracking and that easy self‑centring steering feel owners expect.

FAQ: How can someone tell if their 2017 Toyota Wish strut mounts are worn?

Common signs include a dull clunk over sharp bumps, creaking or groaning when turning the wheel at parking speeds, vague steering or poor self‑centring, and uneven front tyre wear. If the rubber isolator at the top of the strut looks cracked or “mushroomed” under the strut tower, that’s another giveaway. A technician can confirm by unloading the strut, feeling for play or roughness in the support bearing, and checking mount height versus spec.

FAQ: Should the strut mounts be replaced whenever the front struts are changed on a 2017 Wish?

It’s good practice to replace them at the same time. The mount and its bearing age right along with the strut, and reusing a tired mount can leave fresh struts with noise or steering feel issues. Doing mounts, bearings, and insulators together saves duplicate labour and helps the new gear last. Always finish the job with a wheel alignment.

FAQ: Does the rear of a 2017 Toyota Wish have strut mounts too?

No — the rear uses separate shock absorbers with rubber bushes rather than MacPherson struts. That means no rear strut mounts in the same sense as the front. If there’s a rear knock or rattle, look to the upper/lower shock bushes, stabiliser links, or trailing arm bushes instead.