Parts for your 2022 Toyota Land cruiser-Suspension bushes

2022 Toyota Land Cruiser suspension bushes — what they do and when to replace them

According to Toyota’s service information (TIS) for the Land Cruiser 300 Series (J300, 2021–) and the Toyota Electronic Parts Catalogue (EPC), the 2022 Land Cruiser is fitted with multiple suspension bushes. These include rubber bushes in the front double‑wishbone control arms, stabiliser (sway) bars and links, and the rear four‑link rigid axle assembly with trailing arms and a panhard rod. They’re serviceable components listed as individual parts in the EPC and covered for inspection and replacement procedures in the workshop manual, so they’re absolutely relevant on this model.

On the 2022 Land Cruiser, suspension bushes are the quiet achievers. They isolate vibration and harshness, keep alignment stable and let the arms and rods pivot smoothly without metal‑to‑metal contact. In everyday driving that means better ride comfort and steering feel, off‑road it means controlled axle articulation without clunks. Rubber bushes are chosen by Toyota to balance durability with low noise, which suits a big 4x4 that tows, tours and tackles corrugations.

As part of routine servicing, bushes deserve a visual and pry‑bar inspection, especially for vehicles that work hard on gravel, carry accessories or run heavy loads. Tell‑tales of tired bushes include:

• Clunks over bumps or a “loose” front end
• Wandering or brake shimmy, especially under tow
• Uneven tyre wear or unstable rear on corrugations
• Cracked, perished or oil‑soaked rubber, excessive arm movement

A sensible check interval is every service or at least every 20,000 km. In coastal or outback conditions, more frequent checks won’t go astray. When replacement’s needed, pressing bushes in and out requires proper tooling, heat or makeshift methods can damage arms. Always tighten bush bolts at normal ride height to avoid pre‑loading the rubber, and follow torque specs from Toyota’s repair manual. Any front bush work, and rear if there’s adjustability, should be followed by a wheel alignment.

Owners chasing sharper response sometimes choose polyurethane bushes. These can increase precision and longevity but usually add noise and vibration, for touring comfort, quality OEM‑type rubber remains the pick. Expect life anywhere from 80,000 to 200,000 km depending on terrain, payload and driving style. When in doubt, fresh bushes restore that planted Land Cruiser feel and protect tyres, shocks and steering gear from premature wear.

Do suspension bushes on a 2022 Land Cruiser need regular lubrication?

No. The factory rubber bushes are bonded and run dry, they’re not designed to be greased. Polyurethane aftermarket bushes may require a specific bush grease on assembly, but petroleum products should be kept off OEM rubber as they can swell and degrade it.

How long do Land Cruiser 300 bushes typically last in Australia and New Zealand?

On sealed roads with moderate loads, many see 120,000–200,000 km. Frequent corrugations, towing, beach work and heavy accessories can shorten that to 60,000–120,000 km. Regular inspections will catch cracks, separation or excess movement before they snowball into tyre wear or steering issues.

Is a wheel alignment required after replacing suspension bushes?

Yes. Front-end geometry changes as bushes are disturbed, and the rear can be affected on models with adjustable links. A post‑repair alignment ensures correct camber, caster and toe, restoring straight‑line stability and even tyre wear.