Dorman 540-200 Rack and Pinion Mount Bushing - Front

Dorman 540-200 Rack and Pinion Mount Bushing

Dorman 540-200 is a rack and pinion mount bushing built for specific Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury steering applications. It is precision-engineered and tested as a direct replacement for the original bushing on the listed vehicles, with rubber and steel construction for a standard replacement fit.

Key Features

• Rack and pinion mount bushing for steering system service
• Rubber and steel construction for OE-style mounting support
• Black finish
• Specific fit for listed applications
• Standard replacement grade
• Cross-references Delphi TD5680W for the same application

Detailed Description

This Dorman rack and pinion mount bushing, part number 540-200, is made for front steering applications on select Ford Explorer, Ford Explorer Sport Trac, Mercury Mountaineer, Ford Explorer Sport, Ford Windstar, Lincoln Mark VIII, and Ford Aerostar models. The bushing is engineered to replace the original mount component and help restore proper rack and pinion location at the steering cradle. For buyers searching for a Ford Explorer rack and pinion mount bushing or a 540-200 steering bushing replacement, this part matches the listed vehicle applications directly.

The design uses rubber and steel materials with a specific-fit layout, making it appropriate for vehicles that require a direct replacement bushing rather than a universal part. Dorman 540-200 is also referenced by Mevotech Original Grade GK8424 and Mevotech Supreme MK8424 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Loose or worn rack and pinion mounting points
• Steering rack movement at the front subframe
• Noise or vibration transmitted through worn bushings
• Degraded thermoplastic-style mount support on listed vehicles
• Steering feel changes caused by mount wear

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and front position before installation. This part is listed for specific applications only, including 2002-2005 Ford Explorer, 2001-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, 2002-2005 Mercury Mountaineer, 2001-2003 Ford Explorer Sport, 1999-2003 Ford Windstar, 1993-1998 Lincoln Mark VIII, and 1986-1997 Ford Aerostar. Confirm the original bushing style and steering rack mounting dimensions before service. Professional installation is recommended for steering components.

Quality Assurance

Dorman states this replacement bushing is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to meet the needs of the original application. The part number 540-200 is built as a standard replacement component for specific vehicles, with fitment coverage for front steering applications across the listed Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury models.