A Replacement Bushing for the Front Lower Curved Arm
This is the large rubber bushing in the front lower curved compliance arm, also called the banana arm, of the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y. It is bushing 1044358-00-A with aluminum alloy sleeves and bonded rubber, and the same part fits the left or right side. It is a press-fit part that needs a hydraulic press and a 4-wheel alignment afterward. Fit follows the stamp on the arm, not the model year.
- Ref. 1044358-00-A
- Left or Right
- Aluminum Sleeves
- Press-Fit
- 1 or 2 Pieces
Key Features
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Bushing 1044358-00-A
The large bushing at the subframe end of the front lower curved compliance arm
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Aluminum Sleeves and Rubber
Aluminum alloy sleeves with bonded rubber, not a polyurethane or spherical upgrade
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Left or Right
The same part fits both sides, with 1 pc per side
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Fit by Stamp
Fit follows the number stamped on the arm, not the model year
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Press-Fit Part
Needs a hydraulic press and is not a bolt-on accessory
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Alignment Afterward
A 4-wheel alignment is required after the arm goes back on
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Quantity Options
Choose one bushing for one side or a pair for both curved arms
Highlights
Curved-Arm Bushing
This rubber/elastomer bushing with aluminum-alloy sleeves replaces the large subframe-end bushing of a matching front lower curved compliance arm.
Bushing Reference
Reference 1044358-00-A is the bushing number; it is a different part from straight-arm bushing 1044343-00-D.
One or Two Pieces
The same bushing fits the left or right matching curved arm. Select one piece for one side or two pieces for both sides.
Press-Fit Repair
The replacement requires appropriate press tooling and vehicle-specific orientation and assembly procedures. A four-wheel alignment follows refitting the arm.
Compatibility
| Model | Years / Version | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model 3 | About June 2018-2023 | Curved arms 1044354-00-A (left) and 1044359-00-A (right) |
| Tesla Model Y | 2020 through pre-refresh | Curved arms 1044354-00-A and 1044359-00-A |
Juniper or cold-climate arms numbered 2188354 or 2188359 and the straight arm bushing 1044343-00-D are not a match.
Specifications
| Product Type | Front lower curved compliance arm bushing |
|---|---|
| Compatible Models | Tesla Model 3 about June 2018-2023 and Model Y 2020 through pre-refresh with curved arms 1044354-00-A or 1044359-00-A |
| Position / Location | Front lower curved arm, left or right side |
| Material | Rubber elastomer with aluminum-alloy sleeves |
| Quantity | 1 pc or 2 pcs (pair) |
| OEM Part Number | Bushing 1044358-00-A, used on arms 1044354-00-A (left) and 1044359-00-A (right) |
| Installation Type | Press-fit with a hydraulic press, followed by a 4-wheel alignment |
| Package Contents | 1 bushing, or 2 bushings for the pair; no arm, bolts or press tool |
| Shipping Weight | 110 g (0.24 lb) for 1 pc and 220 g (0.49 lb) for 2 pcs |
What's in the Box
- 1×Bushing (or 2 bushings for the pair)
- No arm, bolts or press tool are included
Installation
- Press tooling is used for removal, orientation and installation.
- Refit using the vehicle-specific fastening procedure, then perform a four-wheel alignment.
Good to Know
Caution
- This is a press-fit suspension part that needs a hydraulic press and a 4-wheel alignment afterward.
- Do not hammer the bushing out.
- Does not fit Juniper or cold-climate arms.
FAQ
Does one bushing fit both left and right?
Yes. It is the same part for driver and passenger curved arms, and 1 pc serves one side.
Does it fit the Highland or Juniper?
It does not fit Juniper or cold-climate arms numbered 2188354 or 2188359.
Do I need a hydraulic press?
Yes. The factory bushing is bonded in, so do not hammer it out.
Is a wheel alignment required?
Yes. Have a 4-wheel alignment after the arm goes back on.
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