{"product_id":"dorman-540-273-suspension-stabilizer-bar-bushing-kit-front","title":"Dorman 540-273 Suspension Stabilizer Bar Bushing Kit - Front","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 540-273 Stabilizer Bar Bushing Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement stabilizer bar bushing kit for front suspension service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber and steel construction for OE-style fit and support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInside diameter: 16 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutside diameter: 40 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth: 25 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssembled length: 67 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBracket included; bracket material: steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrease fitting not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits front applications on Volvo V40 and Volvo S40 with a 19 mm diameter bar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Symptoms\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront suspension clunking or rattling over bumps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive sway bar movement at the mounting point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorn or cracked stabilizer bar bushings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose-feeling front end during cornering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise from deteriorated bushing and bracket contact surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763287683253,"sku":"BKKY-540-273","price":41.02,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_540273_Fro.jpg?v=1783148172","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-540-273-suspension-stabilizer-bar-bushing-kit-front","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}