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How much does a Stabilizer Bar Bushings Replacement cost?

On average, the cost for a Pontiac Tempest Stabilizer Bar Bushings Replacement is $140 with $46 for parts and $95 for labor. Prices may vary depending on your location.

CarServiceEstimateShop/Dealer Price
1990 Pontiac TempestV6-3.1LService typeStabilizer Bar Bushings - Rear ReplacementEstimate$233.71Shop/Dealer Price$273.39 - $369.93
1963 Pontiac TempestL4-3.2LService typeStabilizer Bar Bushings - Rear ReplacementEstimate$213.71Shop/Dealer Price$253.41 - $349.96
1961 Pontiac TempestV8-3.5LService typeStabilizer Bar Bushings - Front ReplacementEstimate$185.99Shop/Dealer Price$218.76 - $294.52
1969 Pontiac TempestL6-4.1LService typeStabilizer Bar Bushings - Rear ReplacementEstimate$213.71Shop/Dealer Price$253.39 - $349.92
1967 Pontiac TempestV8-5.3LService typeStabilizer Bar Bushings - Front ReplacementEstimate$185.99Shop/Dealer Price$218.77 - $294.55
1961 Pontiac TempestL4-3.2LService typeStabilizer Bar Bushings - Front ReplacementEstimate$185.99Shop/Dealer Price$218.76 - $294.52
1968 Pontiac TempestV8-6.6LService typeStabilizer Bar Bushings - Front ReplacementEstimate$190.99Shop/Dealer Price$223.62 - $299.28
1969 Pontiac TempestV8-6.6LService typeStabilizer Bar Bushings - Rear ReplacementEstimate$218.71Shop/Dealer Price$258.64 - $355.38
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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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Pontiac Tempest L6-3.8L - Brakes, Steering and Suspension Inspection - Los Altos, California
On time. A true gentleman. Skilled with cars that date over many years. He knows older cars including many classics. Younger mechanics probably would know know a thing about a 4BBL Carburetor. One can see that he has a true love of cars & the work he does. This is only one experience so I would hope to see him back when needed.

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Pontiac Tempest V8-5.3L - Pre-purchase Car Inspection - Laguna Niguel, California
Chris did a great job inspecting the vehicle, I live in GA and wanted to purchase a car in CA so I needed an unbiased third party to look at it for me. My primary concern was that the car was represented accurately in the online ad (there are a lot of scams online now), which he did, we had a great conversation after the inspection which did a lot to comfort my concerns. This was a "project" car and needed to be evaluated accordingly, it was something that I had planned on doing a restoration on so I knew it needed some work. My only critique is that when the car was delivered there was a little more rust than I had expected, I wish that he had pointed that out, I accept some of the responsibility for not asking enough questions during our conversation. Overall I am extremely happy with the inspection service and would highly recommend Chris .

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Pontiac G5 L4-2.4L - Stabilizer Bar Bushings Replacement (Front) - Gibsonton, Florida
John was great, very knowledgeable about the job

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Pontiac G6 L4-2.4L - Stabilizer Bar Bushings Replacement (Front) - Alpharetta, Georgia
Great first experience with this service! Michael arrived on time and my car feels a lot better! His repair suggestions were spot on as well. I will definitely use him in the future.

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