Dorman 540-165 Suspension Knuckle Bushing - Rear Lower Rearward

Dorman 540-165 Suspension Knuckle Bushing

Dorman 540-165 is a suspension knuckle bushing engineered as a standard replacement for the original equipment part on specific vehicles. It is built with steel and rubber construction and finished in black for a direct-fit suspension repair on rear lower rearward locations.

Key Features

• Precision-engineered suspension knuckle bushing for OE-style replacement
• Steel and rubber construction for strength and isolation
• Black finish
• Standard replacement grade
• Mounting hardware not included
• Fits rear lower rearward suspension positions on select Buick, Chevrolet, GMC, and Saturn models

Detailed Description

This Dorman suspension knuckle bushing, part number 540-165, is made for specific rear lower rearward applications where the original bushing has worn, cracked, or lost its ability to maintain suspension alignment. With an inside diameter of 15 mm, outside diameter of 47.15 mm, and length of 21 mm, it is sized for the listed OE-style applications. It is a direct replacement option for vehicles including the Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, GMC Acadia, GMC Acadia Limited, and Saturn Outlook. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K200349 for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 2008-2017 Buick Enclave, rear lower rearward
• Fits 2009-2017 Chevrolet Traverse, rear lower rearward
• Fits 2017 GMC Acadia Limited, rear lower rearward
• Fits 2007-2016 GMC Acadia, rear lower rearward
• Fits 2007-2010 Saturn Outlook, rear lower rearward

Common Repair Symptoms

• Rear suspension looseness or excess movement
• Clunking or knocking from the rear suspension
• Uneven tire wear related to worn suspension bushings
• Imprecise rear suspension geometry
• Cracked, deteriorated, or separated knuckle bushing material

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the rear lower rearward position before ordering and compare the original bushing dimensions to the listed measurements. Press-fit suspension bushings typically require proper removal and installation tools, and the knuckle should be inspected for wear or damage before assembly. Confirm vehicle application by year, make, and model for Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, GMC Acadia, GMC Acadia Limited, and Saturn Outlook.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs this suspension knuckle bushing as a tested replacement part for specific OE applications. The steel and rubber construction is selected to match the function of the original component while restoring suspension serviceability on the listed vehicles.