97 Path rear sway at highway speeds

Mar 10th, 2003, 08:03 PM

I have a problem with my trucks rear end swaying at highway speeds, usually going around a curve. Sometimes the swaying becomes so bad at these speeds you actually have to slow down to break out of it. I was wondering if it might be a problem with some part of the rear suspension. Any input would be appreciated. It is a 97 Pathfinder. Thanks.

BORNGEARHEAD · Mar 10th, 2003, 08:37 PM

The rear bushings get wore and start cracking out. It happens a lot on Pathfinders. Look underneath the rear. You will have to replace the arms. Not sure if they call them trailing arms. But I think there is a total of 4 arms. Inspect them I'm sure you'll see cracks in the rubber at the ends. I had one that if you turned the wheels back and forth going down the road, that it would almost go out of control. Scared the shit out of me.

mookie · Mar 11th, 2003, 10:53 AM

Hi there, new here. I hang out over on AC's and NOR Nissan forums.

Yes, like BORNGEARHEAD said, you can either replace the arms or buy aftermarket bushings and have them pressed in your original arms. From the cost difference, I think most people just replace the arms.