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Old Dec 7, 2025 | 03:37 AM
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Default Rear Suspension Bushing Squeak

After having new KYB struts installed on my 130,000 mile 2002 LS430, I have a slight squeak coming from right rear only when turning right. Spraying WD40 on the bushings quietens it down for a while. I haven’t tried oil or grease yet.
Yesterday I loaded about 300lbs of garden supplies in the trunk and the squeak stopped. Does this indicate which bushing might be the culprit? I hate to start spraying lube on all of the bushings.

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Old Dec 7, 2025 | 06:56 AM
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Or change stabilizer bar bushings and links?
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