Dorman 540-224 Suspension Stabilizer Bar Bushing Kit - Front

Dorman 540-224 Front Stabilizer Bar Bushings

Dorman 540-224 is a front suspension stabilizer bar bushing kit for specific BMW X3 applications. It is precision-engineered and tested to replace the original equipment bushing on the vehicle listed below, helping restore proper sway bar support and front-end suspension control.

Key Features

• Direct replacement stabilizer bar bushing kit for front suspension service
• Engineered for 2004-2010 BMW X3, front, without sport suspension
• Supports the stabilizer bar at the front axle to maintain consistent suspension geometry
• Paraphrased OE-style replacement built for the original application
• Part number 540-224 for catalog and fitment lookup

Detailed Description

This Dorman suspension stabilizer bar bushing kit is made for front-end service on the BMW X3 across the 2004-2010 model years, specifically for vehicles without sport suspension. By replacing worn stabilizer bar support bushings, 540-224 helps restore the bar’s secure mounting point and reduce unwanted movement in the suspension assembly. This part cross-references Delphi TD1973W for the same application. If you are searching for a front sway bar bushing replacement for a 2004-2010 BMW X3, part number 540-224 is the direct fitment reference to verify.

What It Helps Address

• Front suspension clunking or rattling from worn stabilizer bar bushings
• Excess stabilizer bar movement at the front mount points
• Loose or degraded sway bar support on BMW X3 front suspension
• Handling inconsistency caused by deteriorated bushing material
• Noise during cornering or over uneven road surfaces

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the vehicle is a 2004-2010 BMW X3 with front suspension and without sport suspension before ordering. Inspect the stabilizer bar and surrounding mounting surfaces for wear or damage during service, and replace related components as needed if they are outside specification. Verify the part number 540-224 against the original component and vehicle configuration before installation.

Quality Assurance

Dorman states this stabilizer bar bushing kit is precision-engineered and rigorously tested for reliable replacement of the original equipment on the specified vehicles. The package contents listed by the manufacturer are support bushings.