Parts for your 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse cross-Steering bushes

2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross steering bushes — what they do and when to replace them

The 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross runs electric power steering with a rack-and-pinion bolted to the front crossmember. According to Mitsubishi’s Eclipse Cross Service Manual (GK/GL series, Steering – EPS – Steering Gear) and the Mitsubishi ASA parts catalogue, that rack is isolated with rubber insulators often referred to as steering bushes. So yes, this model does use steering bushes, and they’re there to keep the rack secure while soaking up vibration and road shock.

In day-to-day driving, those bushes help deliver a quieter cabin and a more precise, confidence-inspiring steering feel. As they age, the rubber can harden, crack, or deform, which allows the rack to shift slightly under load. That can show up as a clunk over bumps, vagueness on-centre, or a steering wheel that tramlines on rough chip. Left too long, worn bushes can accelerate wear on other steering components.

During routine servicing, a visual and lever-check of the rack mounts is a smart move. Look for cracking, tearing, oil swelling, or any witness marks that suggest the rack has been moving. Because the Eclipse Cross uses EPS (no hydraulic fluid), contamination usually comes from engine or gearbox oil weeping onto the bushes. If there’s play or damage, replacement is the go.

Replacement typically involves supporting or slightly lowering the front subframe to access the rack mounts. Best practice is to renew bushes in pairs, use new fasteners where specified, and torque everything to Mitsubishi’s workshop specs. After refit, a wheel alignment is recommended, and if the steering wheel isn’t dead straight, a steering angle sensor calibration may be required using a scan tool.

Owners can choose genuine-style rubber bushes for OE comfort, or quality polyurethane items for a bit more steering bite and durability. Either way, checking them every 20,000 km (or at each service) keeps the Eclipse Cross tracking straight and feeling tidy. If symptoms crop up between services—knocks over speed humps, a floaty front end, or a steering wheel that kicks back—it’s worth getting the bushes inspected sooner rather than later.

• Typical signs to watch: clunking on bumps, vague on-centre feel, tramlining, or visual cracking of the bush.
• Recommended actions: inspect regularly, replace in pairs, get a post-repair alignment, and confirm torque to spec.

Popular questions about 2022 Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross steering bushes

Do all 2022 Eclipse Cross models have steering bushes?
Yes. Technical literature for the GK/GL Eclipse Cross shows the electric steering rack mounted to the crossmember on rubber insulators (bushes). They’re standard across the range as part of noise, vibration, and harshness control and to maintain rack alignment under load.

How long do the steering bushes last?
There’s no fixed interval, but it’s common to see them last well over 80,000–120,000 km depending on road conditions, heat, and any oil exposure. Regular inspections during servicing will spot cracking or movement early so they can be replaced before they affect steering feel.

Will replacing worn bushes improve steering feel?
Generally, yes. Fresh bushes firm up the rack location, which sharpens initial response and reduces knocks over bumps. After replacement, a wheel alignment and, if needed, a steering angle sensor calibration will help the Eclipse Cross steer arrow-straight again.