Dorman 533-948 Suspension Control Arm Bushing - Front Lower Rearward

Dorman 533-948 Suspension Control Arm Bushing

Dorman 533-948 is a standard replacement suspension control arm bushing engineered for specific Ford Explorer, Ford Explorer Sport Trac, and Mercury Mountaineer applications. Built with steel and rubber construction, it is designed to restore the control arm’s mounting interface on the front lower rearward position.

Key Features

• Direct replacement suspension control arm bushing for select vehicles
• Steel and rubber construction for OE-style service fit
• Standard replacement grade for routine suspension repair
• Black finish
• Mounting hardware, bracket, and dust boot not included
• Part number 533-948 for catalog and fitment lookup

Detailed Description

This Dorman suspension control arm bushing is precision-engineered and tested to replace the original equipment bushing on specific vehicles. It is built for the front lower rearward control arm location and uses a bushing-style mounting type with an inside diameter of 12.2 mm, a mounting hole diameter of 20.1 mm, and a distance between mounting holes of 57.5 mm. The bushing material is rubber, paired with steel for structural support, and the unit is finished in black. For buyers searching for a Ford Explorer front lower rearward control arm bushing, a Mercury Mountaineer suspension bushing, or a Ford Explorer Sport Trac control arm bushing replacement, Dorman 533-948 is the cataloged part number to reference.

This part cross-references Mevotech Original Grade GS40418 and MOOG Chassis Products K200195 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive suspension looseness at the control arm mounting point
• Clunking or knocking from worn front lower rearward bushings
• Uneven tire wear related to suspension bushing wear
• Steering instability caused by deteriorated control arm support
• Restoration of proper control arm alignment at the bushing location

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify vehicle application by year, make, model, and front lower rearward position before installation. This bushing is a standard replacement part and does not include mounting hardware, a bracket, or a dust boot. Inspect the control arm and surrounding suspension components for wear before pressing in the new bushing. Proper installation typically requires suspension service tools and accurate alignment after repair.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs this control arm bushing as a tested replacement for the original equipment part on listed applications. It is intended for 2006-2010 Ford Explorer, 2007-2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, and 2006-2010 Mercury Mountaineer front lower rearward positions, with fitment coverage spanning the 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, and 2010 model years.