Swaying 1997 Pathfinder/Replacement of Upper and Lower Rear Trailing Arms


I had the typical "Swaying Pathfinder" problem due to worn bushings on the rear upper and lower rear trailing arms.


My extended warranty (AAA Master Care) only authorized 1.8 labor hours for this repair. Nissan claims that it is a 5.0 hour repair (3.1 hours plus an additional 1.9 because of "rusted bolts"), and of course I had to pay the difference.


Is this reasonable for this repair? Nissan claims that it is impossible to make this repair in 1.8 hours. I don't have access to any of the labor guides. What do they say about this repair?


Any thoughts or suggestions?

I tried to do it myself - the bolts would not come out even with heat, pounding, you name it. Should be a fifteen minute job, but my mechanic charged me $250 for labor only.

I also have a '97 but I haven't had the "sway problem". What happens, what does it feel like and around how many miles does it usually start?