Dorman 540-268 Suspension Stabilizer Bar Bushing Kit - Front

Dorman 540-268 Stabilizer Bar Bushing Kit

Dorman 540-268 is a front suspension stabilizer bar bushing kit for select Volkswagen Golf, Golf SportWagen, Bora, and Jetta models. It is precision-engineered and tested as a direct replacement for the original equipment stabilizer bar bushings on the listed vehicles.

Key Features

• Direct replacement suspension stabilizer bar bushing kit for front applications
• Fits select 2005-2014 Volkswagen Golf, Golf SportWagen, Bora, and Jetta models
• Rubber and steel construction for OE-style service fit
• Bracket included for installation on the specified applications
• Standard replacement grade for routine suspension service
• Grease fitting not included
• Inside diameter: 20.3 mm; outside diameter: 38.9 mm; width: 32.5 mm
• Assembled length: 74.93 mm

Detailed Description

This Dorman stabilizer bar bushing kit, part number 540-268, is built for front suspension service on 2005-2010 Volkswagen Bora, 2005-2010 Volkswagen Jetta, 2010-2014 Volkswagen Golf, and 2011-2013 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen. It uses rubber and steel construction with included brackets to match the OE-style mounting arrangement on the listed vehicles. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K200890 for the same application.

For buyers searching for a front sway bar bushing kit for Volkswagen Golf or a front stabilizer bar bushing replacement for Volkswagen Jetta, Dorman 540-268 provides the specified dimensions and bracketed design needed for a proper service replacement. The part number 540-268 is also a useful reference when comparing OE-style suspension bushings for these Volkswagen platforms.

Common Repair Symptoms

• Front suspension clunking or rattling over bumps
• Excessive sway bar movement at the bushing mount
• Worn or cracked stabilizer bar bushings
• Loose-feeling front-end handling from deteriorated bushings
• Noise from worn stabilizer bar support points

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify front-position fitment against the vehicle application before installation. Inspect the stabilizer bar, mounting points, and brackets for wear or corrosion before replacing the bushings. Confirm the bushing dimensions and bracket style match the original hardware on the vehicle. Professional installation is recommended for suspension components that affect steering and handling.

Quality Assurance

Dorman engineers and tests this suspension stabilizer bar bushing kit as a replacement for the original equipment on the listed Volkswagen applications. The standard replacement design is intended to meet the fit and function requirements of the specified front suspension service.