16.1102 | Honda Civic Shifter Linkage Bushings - D Series Engines

Shifter Linkage Bushings | 1988-2000 Honda Civic

The shifter linkage bushing is a part that connects the shift cable and the transmission linkage on both of ends of the vehicle. These bushings fit vehicles like the Honda Civic, CRX, and del Sol. Whether these vehicles are used for daily commutes or you like to push them to their limits, the rubber factory shifter bushings on them wear out eventually, causing them to hollow out and fail. When they fail, the vehicles' shifting may be sluggish and unstable. However, the 16.1102 Shifter Linkage Bushings can be used to make the shifting more precise and easier to control.

What Happens When Old Bushings Fail?

The rubber bushings on vehicles like the 1988-2000 Honda Civic wear out over long periods of time or rough use. If you still have the original rubber bushings, they most likely need to be replaced. When driving around, the rubber bushings may be exposed to things that would deteriorate them, like road salts, debris, and overuse that can cause them to fail. If the bushing fails, the vehicle will go through symptoms like a grinding noise accompanied by bumping and clanking noises, which can be uncomfortable or distracting to the driver. Also, the vehicle’s shifter can start to get loose; making it difficult to shift gears, and could even get stuck from time-to-time. The old rubber bushings need to be replaced with something that is resilient and long-lasting.

The Benefits of These Bushings

These 16.1102 polyurethane Shifter Linkage Bushings are able to resist these issues and can improve the vehicle's performance. While it cannot absorb vibrations as well as rubber, it is stronger, tougher, and more secure than any rubber part. It can resist the normal wear that rubber parts are normally susceptible to. Another feature of this part is that the gear shift is easier to move and more precise in shifting gears. With these bushings, your gear shifter should feel more efficient, precise, and overall easier to control.

This 16.1102 Shifter Linkage Bushing is extremely helpful for replacing the old rubber bushings and making the vehicle's shifter tighter and more dependable, so pick up a set of these bushings as soon as you can!