{"product_id":"dorman-536-453-steering-idler-arm-bushing-center-link-end","title":"Dorman 536-453 Steering Idler Arm Bushing - Center Link End","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 536-453 Steering Idler Arm Bushing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman steering idler arm bushing is built as a direct replacement for the original part on select Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln vehicles. It is a rubber bushing with a black finish and OE-style dimensions for center link end applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Dorman\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number: 536-453\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: rubber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInside diameter: 14.5\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutside diameter: 32.8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 46.7 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrade type: regular\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrease fitting included: no\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included: no\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 536-453 is a steering idler arm bushing engineered for center link end use on a wide range of classic and late-model rear-wheel-drive Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln platforms. The rubber construction and specified dimensions help restore proper steering linkage support where the original bushing has worn, cracked, or loosened. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible With 1992-2002 Ford Crown Victoria, Center Link End; 1991-2002 Ford Grand Marquis, Center Link End; 1981-2002 Lincoln Town Car, Center Link End; 1976-2002 Mercury Grand Marquis, Center Link End; 1987-1991 Ford LTD Crown Victoria, Center Link End; 1987-1991 Mercury Colony Park, Center Link End; 1980-1983 Lincoln Mark VI, Center Link End; 1967-1982 Ford LTD, Center Link End; 1969-1982 Mercury Marquis, Center Link End; 1970-1980 Lincoln Continental, Center Link End; 1977-1980 Lincoln Versailles, Center Link End; 1975-1980 Mercury Monarch, Center Link End; 1967-1979 Ford Thunderbird, Center Link End; 1967-1979 Mercury Cougar, Center Link End; 1968-1976 Mercury Montego, Center Link End; 1967-1973 Ford Mustang, Center Link End.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess play in the steering linkage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorn or deteriorated idler arm support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering looseness at the center link end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise or vibration from a worn steering bushing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoration work on Ford Mustang, Thunderbird, Cougar, and other listed applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the center link end dimensions before installation and compare the old bushing to the new part number 536-453. Inspect the surrounding steering components for wear at the same time, since a worn idler arm, center link, or related linkage part can affect steering feel after replacement. Confirm vehicle application by year, make, model, and steering position before service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states this steering idler arm bushing is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to replace the original part on specific vehicles. The part is built to meet regular-duty service requirements for the listed Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763254620341,"sku":"BKKY-536-453","price":17.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_536453_Fro.jpg?v=1783144254","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-536-453-steering-idler-arm-bushing-center-link-end","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}