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Stabilizer Bar Bushings Replacement Service

How much does a Stabilizer Bar Bushings Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a BMW 545i Stabilizer Bar Bushings Replacement is $109 with $14 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
2005 BMW 545iV8-4.4LService typeStabilizer Bar Bushings - Front ReplacementEstimate$142.51Shop/Dealer Price$166.89 - $200.66
2005 BMW 545iV8-4.4LService typeStabilizer Bar Bushings - Rear ReplacementEstimate$148.83Shop/Dealer Price$179.82 - $233.35
2004 BMW 545iV8-4.4LService typeStabilizer Bar Bushings - Front ReplacementEstimate$122.51Shop/Dealer Price$146.92 - $180.71
2004 BMW 545iV8-4.4LService typeStabilizer Bar Bushings - Rear ReplacementEstimate$148.83Shop/Dealer Price$179.78 - $233.28
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What are stabilizer bar bushings and how do they work?

Stabilizer bar bushings are rubber bushings designed to isolate the steel stabilizer bar from the vehicle frame and suspension. The stabilizer bar itself is typically connected to the lower control arms or another suspension component. Through a twisting action, the bar counteracts vehicle lean as you turn around a corner. Cars may be equipped with just a front stabilizer bar or both front and rear stabilizer bars.

When to consider replacing stabilizer bar bushings:

  • Knocking, clunking, grinding or squeaking noises. If a bushing has failed, the type of noise you hear depends on the location and extent of the failure. Complete loss of the bushing will cause metal-to-metal contact; you might hear clunking or grinding. If the bushing has dried out and is hard, you might hear squeaking.
  • Visible physical damage. On visual inspection, the bushings may be cut, abraded, dislodged, loose, or even missing.

How do mechanics replace stabilizer bar bushings?

  • Raise and support the vehicle using steel safety stands
  • Remove tire and wheel assemblies on both ends of the axle.
  • Detach stabilizer bar bushing clamp, or stabilizer bar link, depending on the location of the bushing to be replaced. Often, if the stabilizer bushing to the vehicle frame mount is being replaced, the stabilizer bar must be completely detached at all links for there to be enough space to install the new frame bushings.
  • Once all bushings and required hardware are replaced, the bushing mounts are tightened with a load on the suspension. If required by the service manual, this step ensures the bushings will be in an unloaded condition and not pinched when the vehicle is sitting at normal ride height.
  • The vehicle is lowered and road tested to ensure normal cornering; meaning body lean within acceptable limits and without noise.

Is it safe to drive with a stabilizer bar bushings problem?

Yes. Although not a severe threat, aside from the likely presence of noise, operation at highway speeds when performing sudden maneuvers can be affected — especially if the vehicle is carrying a heavy load. Seek repair at your earliest convenience.

When replacing stabilizer bar bushings keep in mind:

  • The mechanic will inspect the stabilizer bar itself for corrosion, cracks and accident damage.
  • Bushings are sold in pairs because it is recommended they be replaced in pairs.
  • Always have all bushings inspected, including the bushings in the stabilizer bar links, even if just the stabilizer bar frame mount bushings are replaced.
  • Removal and re-attachment of the stabilizer bar, and replacement of the bushings, normally has no effect on wheel alignment.

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by Kanishk
BMW 545i V8-4.4L - Alternator - Ellicott City, Maryland
Excellent customer service. Arrived right on schedule. Very knowledgeable. Completed the job perfectly. Highly recommended.

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BMW 545i V8-4.4L - Alternator - Westminster, Colorado
Very quick and efficient. I would recommend and would use his services in the future.

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by sammy
BMW 545i V8-4.4L - Car is not starting - Corona, California
hi, Mr Chris Allshouse. He came by to day . he had check the BMW 2004 545 i, he told me that the timing censer's on each side of the valve cover's was broke I just want to say that Chris Allshouse is a smart guy he said the problem is the censers he said that 90% it is the PROBLEM. i have took that car to a few mechanic's told me all deferent stories. why is not starting. so the truth is I paid the other mechanic's. they just took my money. so I am going to let him finish the job on my 2004 BMW 545 I . but he said it cost $80 dollars to check and that if he gets the job that $50 dollars will go to the repairs..thats fine. i want him to fix it and ill pay it by a money ORDER or CASH which ever you prefer when the job is DONE .but I am a man of my word. he get's it Running I will give him a money tip.PLEASE CALL ME SAMMY MITCHELL -951-818-8105 When it's running as he said to me . lets complete the job to get it running.if you prefer other armaments ,just call me please

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BMW 545i V8-4.4L - Oil or Fluid is leaking - Union City, California

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