Prothane Suspension Control Arm Bushing for 1975-1984 Volkswagen Rabbit, Rabbit Convertible and 1980-1984 Jetta

This Prothane control arm bushing fits the first-generation Volkswagen Rabbit, Rabbit Convertible and Jetta from 1975 to 1984. It is a good match for vintage VW restorations, GTI street cars and vintage autocross builds.

A bushing is the flexible joint between a suspension arm and the body or subframe, and it decides how much the arm can shift under load. Replacing tired bushings is one of the simpler ways to bring back a tight, predictable feel without changing the rest of the suspension. Fresher, firmer bushings tend to make braking and turn-in feel more direct, since less movement is lost to the arm shifting on its mounts. Worn bushings rarely fail all at once; the change is gradual, so many owners only notice how loose the car had become after the new parts go in. Matching the part to your vehicle is the first step, so start with the fitment section.

Key features

• Covers GTI, GLI and Wolfsburg Edition models in the list

Fitment

• 1980-1984 Volkswagen Jetta Base
• 1984 Volkswagen Jetta GLI, GL
• 1981 Volkswagen Jetta Special Edition
• 1983 Volkswagen Jetta Wolfsburg Edition
• 1975-1983 Volkswagen Rabbit Base
• 1975-1980 Volkswagen Rabbit Deluxe, Custom
• 1983-1984 Volkswagen Rabbit GL, GTI, Wolfsburg Edition
• 1981-1984 Volkswagen Rabbit L
• 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit L Custom, Ls Deluxe
• 1982 Volkswagen Rabbit Limited Edition
• 1981-1983 Volkswagen Rabbit LS
• 1981-1982 Volkswagen Rabbit S
• 1980-1984 Volkswagen Rabbit Convertible Base
• 1983-1984 Volkswagen Rabbit Convertible Wolfsburg Edition

Check your year, trim and drivetrain against the list above before ordering.

Install notes

The bushings are a press fit; a press, or a shop with one, makes the job much easier.