Wulf Gaertner Autoparts AG has added a rear axle bushing specially developed to fit Nissan X-Trail models as part of the expansion of its Asia Line.

The bushing features a new composition of materials making up the bushing's inner sleeve and with its re-engineered rubber design the MEYLE part lasts considerably longer than its OE equivalent. As an added bonus the MEYLE-HD rear axle bushing can be replaced individually thereby eliminating the need for entire axle mount replacement when only the bushing is defective. This innovative solution helps minimise repair time and significantly reduce costs. Wulf Gaertner Autoparts AG gives a four-year warranty on the new HD part.

Owing to the vehicle weight, the four rear axle bushings on the Nissan X-Trail (T30) are subjected to high mechanical stresses whenever the car is in operation. The forces acting on the axles multiply when driving on bad roads, hitting potholes or driving off-road. The rubber used for the bushing is the weakest element in the subframe. As the rubber material is worn away, the part's overall rigidity deteriorates dramatically causing the inner sleeve to tear out and become loose resulting in poor rear axle guidance. This means the vehicle feels unresponsive and the risk of rear-wheel skidding increases.

The X-Trail has been a big seller in Ireland and market feedback indicates this part is frequently failing. Thanks to the new design, the worn bushing can be pressed out and individually replaced with a new MEYLE-HD bushing at a fraction of the normal cost.

The re-designed bushing is for Nissan X-Trail (T30) models manufactured between 2001 and 2007. The MEYLE-HD bushing is available separately (MEYLE ref. 36-14 710 0000/HD) or as a kit including all four bushings (MEYLE ref. 36-14 710 0001/HD).

The new MEYLE-HD rear axle bushing for the Nissan X-Trail is the latest addition to the MEYLE range of individual parts which are not separately available as OEM parts. This enables independent workshops to offer their customers cost-effective repairs in line with work time allowances and build stronger customer relations by providing all-round repair services.

For further information about MEYLE products for the Aftermarket please contact Strongline Autoparts Limited on 01-462-4631.