The rear trailing arm bushes on my Multipla JTD 105 SX need changing. I know you can get an exchange arm with the new bushes fitted ~£85 a side, but then it means removing & fitting the whole suspension arm. Replacement bushes are ~ £35 each.
On a few previous cars I have been able to change the bushes in situ. It means removing the old one & pressing in the new one but this can be done with a threaded bar & a small steel plate / large penny washer.
Has any one tried this on the Multipla; jacking up the car, removing the wheel, support the arm below the shocker and under the spring. Remove the bush retaining bolt and pivot (around the bottom shocker bolt) the arm down just few inches - if you see what I mean.
It looks as if there is room, obviously a few things will have to be disconnected and watch any solid brake pipes etc. but it could make it a reasonably quick job in comparison to removing the whole trailing arm.
Both sides could be done for ~£70 plus some time, local garage want £200 a side min. Fiat £300+ . So @ £4-600 its worth a try - any help out there? :idea:

Hi Johnbob,
I'm seconding your question. I'm contemplating doing the same with my 1.6 Multipla.
I found a rear suspension arm bush kit for about £20 on shop4parts. But not sure if I'll be able to get the old bushes out in situ. Also read that it's best to renew both sides at once as otherwise you will notice uneven cornering, as one bush is new & tight and the other old & sloppy.
I believe the Multi shares many parts parts with the Bravo/Brava & Marea so if these are possible then maybe the multi is too.

Is there is anyone out there who knows if it can be done?
Don

PS: Just seen a good description of how to change the bushes on the punto guides section in this forum called New trailing arm bearings fitted. armoore 04-03-2006
I'm gonna give it a go on the multi & gamble £20 on the bush kit. Will let you know how I get on.