This procedure covers the removal and replacement of the front sway bar bushings on a 2022 Rivian EDV 500 electric delivery van with dual motor AWD.

Warnings

Tools required

Parts

• Front sway bar bushing set × 1 — Use OEM specification
• Sway bar bushing bracket bolts (if corroded) × 1 — Use OEM specification

Preparation

1. Park vehicle on level surface and apply parking brake
2. Place wheel chocks behind rear wheels
3. Open hood and disconnect negative terminal of 12V battery, then positive terminal
4. Lift front of vehicle using appropriate lift points per Rivian service manual
5. Support vehicle securely on jack stands rated for vehicle weight
6. Remove both front wheels and set aside
7. Inspect sway bar and surrounding components for damage or excessive wear
8. Spray penetrating oil on all sway bar bushing bracket bolts and allow to soak for 10-15 minutes

Procedure

1. 1

   Support the front suspension
   Position floor jack under the front subframe or lower control arm to slightly compress the suspension and relieve tension on the sway bar. Do not fully compress, just enough to take load off the bar.
2. 2

   Locate the sway bar bushing brackets
   Identify the sway bar bushing brackets mounted to the front subframe. The EDV 500 uses two-piece brackets that clamp around the rubber bushings. Note the orientation of the bracket opening (typically faces toward the rear of vehicle).
3. 3

   Remove driver side bushing bracket
   Using appropriate socket, remove the two bolts securing the driver side sway bar bushing bracket to the subframe. Support the bracket as you remove the second bolt to prevent it from falling. Remove the bracket and set aside.
4. 4

   Remove driver side bushing
   Inspect the bushing for the split line. Carefully work the old bushing off the sway bar by spreading the split opening. If the bushing is severely deteriorated, it may need to be cut off. Clean the sway bar surface with a wire brush, removing any rubber residue or corrosion.
5. 5

   Remove passenger side bushing bracket
   Repeat the bracket removal process on the passenger side. Remove the two bolts securing the bracket to the subframe, support the bracket, and remove it completely.
6. 6

   Remove passenger side bushing
   Remove the passenger side bushing from the sway bar using the same method as the driver side. Clean the sway bar surface thoroughly where the bushing was mounted.
7. 7

   Prepare new bushings
   Unpack the new bushing set and verify correct part numbers match your vehicle. Apply a thin coat of silicone-based lubricant to the inside surface of each new bushing and to the cleaned areas of the sway bar where bushings will mount. Do not use petroleum-based lubricants as they will deteriorate the rubber.
8. 8

   Install driver side bushing
   Position the new driver side bushing on the sway bar at the correct location, aligning the split in the bushing with the reference mark or mounting position. Ensure the bushing is fully seated on the bar with the split oriented correctly (typically toward the rear or as marked).
9. 9

   Install driver side bracket
   Place the bushing bracket over the newly installed bushing, aligning the bracket bolt holes with the subframe mounting points. Start both bracket bolts by hand to ensure proper thread engagement. Tighten bolts in a criss-cross pattern to the specified torque value per Rivian service specifications.
10. 10

    Install passenger side bushing and bracket
    Repeat the installation process for the passenger side. Install the bushing on the sway bar with proper orientation, then install the bracket over it. Start both bolts by hand and tighten in a criss-cross pattern to specified torque.
11. 11

    Verify installation
    Visually inspect both bushings to ensure they are properly seated on the sway bar and centered within the brackets. Verify all bracket bolts are tight. Check that the sway bar has proper clearance and is not contacting any other components.
12. 12

    Reinstall wheels
    Install both front wheels, threading lug nuts by hand initially. Tighten lug nuts in a star pattern to finger tight. Lower vehicle slightly so tires contact ground but vehicle weight is not fully on wheels. Torque lug nuts to specification in star pattern.
13. 13

    Lower vehicle and final checks
    Remove jack stands and carefully lower vehicle completely to the ground. Remove wheel chocks. Reconnect 12V battery, positive terminal first, then negative terminal. Bounce the front end several times to settle the suspension and seat the bushings.

Reassembly

1. Torque all fasteners to Rivian specifications
2. Ensure bushings are properly aligned with split facing the correct direction
3. Apply thread locker to bracket bolts if specified by manufacturer
4. Verify no tools or parts are left in the work area

Verification

• Start vehicle and verify no warning lights related to chassis or suspension systems
• Perform a slow-speed test drive in a safe area, making gentle turns to verify sway bar operation
• Listen for any clunking or rattling noises from the front suspension
• Re-check bracket bolt torque after test drive
• Verify steering response feels normal with no binding or unusual feedback
• Inspect for proper bushing seating and no contact with surrounding components

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