* Press-in bushings: These are the more common type and are pressed into the control arm. Replacing them requires specialized tools (a bushing press) to remove the old ones and install the new ones correctly. It's definitely doable for someone with mechanical skills and the right tools.
* Bonded bushings: These are sometimes used and are bonded into the control arm. Removing bonded bushings can be extremely difficult and often damages the control arm. In these cases, replacing the entire control arm is usually the more practical solution.
Before attempting a bushing replacement, carefully inspect the control arms. Look for cracks, significant corrosion, or other damage. If the control arms are in poor condition, it's better to replace them entirely, even if the bushings are replaceable. Replacing a control arm is generally easier than wrestling with a severely damaged one during a bushing replacement.
In short: While it's *possible* to replace just the bushings, it's not always *practical* or *easy*. Assess the condition of the control arms first. If they're in good shape, replacing the bushings is an option, but be prepared for a potentially challenging job if they're press-in bushings. If they're bonded or the control arms are damaged, replacing the entire arm will likely be less frustrating and potentially cheaper in the long run.
