What do you call the wet bushing in the pics? Power steering fluid has been dripping onto it for quite some time and it is soft. Parts of it are coming apart. All other bushings and components are fine, including motor mount, but this one in particular looks shot and needs to be replaced.

It appears this is related to the brake bearing carrier - does this bushing affect alignment when braking? It would appear that this piece does not factor into the steering geometry the same way that the LCA, drag link, tie rods, etc. do. And so far my new tires are wearing perfectly evenly after about 5,000 miles of driving.

To replace, can I just remove the end cap and swap out the rubber piece?

Power steering box is out of the car and being resealed. Everything is still wet, and I will be degreasing shortly. Valve cover gaskets have been replaced and everything is nice and dry now. No more oil drips!

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