Hello, I have a 1998 Jaguar XJ8 and I am attempting to replace the rear subframe bushings. The replacement part is the Uro MJA2595AC supposedly. I have the rear axle off the car, which was easier than expected, and when I push the new bushings up onto those two gray tapered posts that point straight down the fit is kind of sloppy. Is this normal? I would have thought the fit would have been reasonably tight since loose suspension parts seem to be a problem or is it I am not understanding something?

 

URO rear subframe bushings strike again!! That is a known issue. They are NOT supposed to slide in easily. I had a whole correspondence with them ages ago, here's the thread https://www.jaguarforums.com/forum/x...source-281436/

They provided a link at the last post, so you can give that a shot. Or you can shim it as I did, or instead use loctite 638 as I suggested as an experiment to someone else on here a while ago. Don't know how that's held up over time though.

 

Just to clarify which bishings we're actually talking about here:
Based on the part number the OP referenced, the discussion is about the rear crossmember bushings of the rear subframe — whereas the thread by Nilanium is about the rear bushings of the front subframe.

I recently replaced the rear crossmember bushings myself, though I used genuine Jaguar parts, so I can't comment on the Uro parts specifically.
And yes — the new bushings pressed in very easily, almost by hand. The workshop manual actually states that the bushings should be bonded in with adhesive, which suggests they are not a conventional interference/press fit in the subframe.
One more thing worth mentioning — pay close attention when installing the bushings, as they need to be correctly positioned and oriented depending on which type you have. Apparently there is a four-void and a three-void type of bushing.

 

Whoops, my bad, read too quickly there and didn't cross-check PN's.

In that case, yes the rear subframe forward bushing presses in by hand. At least, mine did, dunno what brand I had. I applied epoxy per the workshop manual and the epoxy acted almost like an "assembly grease" in helping it slide in for a snug but not tight fit. Don't think I ever had any issues with it afterwards.

 

Hello nilanium and xjr2014_de,

Thanks for your answers. Yes, xj42014_de has a nice drawing discussing the subframe bushing. What I have is the MJA2595AC bushing in my grubby hands and now it appears this particular part is for the sport suspension. The XJ8 I have apparently has the comfort suspension since the bushings have four little cutouts. Sigh. It appears the comfort bushing can be obtained. Can the sport bushing be used? My instinct tells me I am better off getting the correct comfort bushing but they appear to be somewhat harder to find.
Thanks.
Rick