I noticed the other day that the body in sits lopsided over the rear axle. Like it has shifted over to the right. Checked axle, shocks, springs, etc. Nothing seems bent. Any ideas as to what causes this. My thought are hub or axle bushings at the body? Any ideas are welcome.

 

Barring an impact that shifted things over, I'd suspect the Rear Lower Control Arm Bushings(Insulators in GM-Speak), #18 on the diagram.

They are GM PN 15844181, list price is $115.83 ea, but a Google search will turn them up for $80-$85.

 

Yeah I kinda thought that myself. This is not going to be fun without a press. Time to get creative.

 

If you can figure out for yourself which loaner tools you'll need AutoZone has them. The clerks don't have a clue. My friend said he needed 2 different kits to do the LCA bushing.

 

Here are a few links



http://m.ebay.com/itm/291655840164?_mwBanner=1

And


Chevrolet GM 08 11 HHR Rear Suspension Axle Beam Insulator Right 15844181 | eBay


This number is superseded by 22716505

 

There are rig pin holes in item 16 to the body. If the holes do not line up loosen the attachment bolts, pin the bracket, tighten every thing up. Mine was off when I purchased my car.

 

So I checked again, and RF2 had the problem solver. I could see in the pin bolt holes where the bracket was out of line. Loosened everything, squared it up and problem solved. The bushings will be next, they are getting to that point. Thanks again to everyone for the advice.

 

Just a heads up, these bushings are on Rock Auto under the heading "control arm bushing", not "axle support bushing". A little cheaper than $90, More Information for MOOG K200522 $29

 

What is the part number and where can I buy the bolt that holds the bottom of the rear shock absorber on a 2010 HHR? (This is item # 6.)

 

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