Are the 3dr 2002 and 5dr 2004 subframes interchangeable? I assume they are...
Can't say for sure, but this would suggest that all non HID subframes are the same, and all with HID subframes are the same.
The seller hasn't stated whether its from a car with HIDs or not. Is it something obvious to look for? Will a HID one fit my none HID anyway (obviously with the leveling sensor being redundant)?
Yes.. the HID version would fit a non HID car. It's just a small bracket welded to the subframe for the sensor rod to bolt onto. Just ignore the bracket.
Strangely... when I was checking it a few years ago, a new subframe with the bracket was about £100 cheaper from Fiat than the one without it.
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My last set of bush replacement tools are for sale in the classifieds, this is the last set so if you want a set be quick and use the But It Now option ..
https://www.fiatforum.com/classifieds/showproduct.php?product=28866
Sorry to hear that Alex. @Shadeyman has not posted on the forum since August 2014. Unlike him not to reply though. Hope he's OK.I got in quick and paid for these - never received them. Follow-up emails were not replied to.
I need to replace bushes urgently, so I will probably have to make my own tools.
-Alex
Sorry to hear that Alex. @Shadeyman has not posted on the forum since August 2014. Unlike him not to reply though. Hope he's OK.
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Meanwhile - in breaking axle-bush news, replacement bushes available here in NZ (from Italy) are actually a different design and construction, with a plastic outer sleeve and rubber without hydraulic fluid inside. This probably makes them a lot easier to install and it is likely that no special tools are needed. The bush design is from the FIAT Albea (a model not sold here). I now have either the option of installing these (cheap, practical) or I could get genuine Stilo bushes from overseas and make/buy/obtain the correct tools.
Thanks,
-Alex