Dorman 540-490 Suspension Stabilizer Bar Bushing Kit - Rear

Dorman 540-490 Rear Stabilizer Bar Bushings

Dorman 540-490 is a suspension stabilizer bar bushing kit built as a standard replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles. It uses rubber construction to help restore rear sway bar support and maintain consistent suspension control on Nissan Maxima and Nissan Altima applications.

Key Features

• Standard replacement stabilizer bar bushing kit for rear suspension service
• Rubber material for OE-style fit and function
• Inside diameter: 0.75 in.
• Outside diameter: 1.79 in.
• Width: 1.43 in.
• Assembled length: 1.11 in.
• No grease fitting included
• No bracket included

Detailed Description

This Dorman 540-490 suspension stabilizer bar bushing kit is precision-engineered and tested to replace the original equipment on select Nissan vehicles. It is a rear stabilizer bar bushing solution for 2002-2006 Nissan Altima and 2004-2008 Nissan Maxima models with thermoplastic bushings, helping maintain proper sway bar location and suspension response. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K90599 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Rear sway bar movement caused by worn bushings
• Clunking or rattling from the stabilizer bar area
• Excess suspension play during cornering
• Reduced bar-to-bracket support from deteriorated rubber
• Noise from aged thermoplastic or rubber bushing material

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 2004-2008 Nissan Maxima, rear. Fits 2002-2006 Nissan Altima, rear. Verify the stabilizer bar diameter and bushing dimensions before installation, and inspect the surrounding brackets and hardware for wear or corrosion. Proper alignment of the bushing in the rear sway bar mount helps ensure correct suspension operation.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this part as a tested replacement component for specific OE applications, with dimensions and material selection matched to the listed vehicle fitment. The part number is 540-490.