Dorman 540-273 Suspension Stabilizer Bar Bushing Kit - Front

Dorman 540-273 Stabilizer Bar Bushing Kit

Dorman 540-273 is a front suspension stabilizer bar bushing kit built for specific Volvo applications. It is precision-engineered and tested as a standard replacement for the original equipment on the 1999-2004 Volvo V40 and 1999-2003 Volvo S40 with a 19 mm diameter front bar.

Key Features

• Standard replacement stabilizer bar bushing kit for front suspension service
• Rubber and steel construction for OE-style fit and support
• Inside diameter: 16 mm
• Outside diameter: 40 mm
• Width: 25 mm
• Assembled length: 67 mm
• Bracket included; bracket material: steel
• Grease fitting not included
• Fits front applications on Volvo V40 and Volvo S40 with a 19 mm diameter bar

Detailed Description

This Dorman stabilizer bar bushing kit, part number 540-273, is made for front suspension service where the sway bar bushings and brackets need replacement on select Volvo models. The rubber bushing and steel bracket construction supports a direct-fit repair approach for the 1999-2004 Volvo V40 and 1999-2003 Volvo S40, both listed with a 19 mm diameter front bar. This part cross-references Delphi TD1083W for the same application.

Common Repair Symptoms

• Front suspension clunking or rattling over bumps
• Excessive sway bar movement at the mounting point
• Worn or cracked stabilizer bar bushings
• Loose-feeling front end during cornering
• Noise from deteriorated bushing and bracket contact surfaces

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the front stabilizer bar diameter before installation and confirm the vehicle application against the listed fitment. Inspect the sway bar, mounting surfaces, and adjacent suspension components for wear or corrosion before installing the new bushings and steel brackets. Proper torque and alignment of the bracket hardware help ensure correct bushing seating and stable front suspension operation.

Quality Assurance

Dorman tests this replacement part for reliable fit and function on the specified vehicles. The design follows standard replacement requirements for the Volvo V40 and Volvo S40 front stabilizer bar application.