Dorman 540-638 Suspension Stabilizer Bar Bushing Kit - Front To Frame

Dorman 540-638 Stabilizer Bar Bushings

Dorman 540-638 is a suspension stabilizer bar bushing kit engineered as a standard replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles. Built from rubber elastomer material, it helps restore proper sway bar support at the front-to-frame mounting point on Ford Escort and Mercury Tracer applications.

• Standard replacement stabilizer bar bushing kit for OE-style service
• Rubber construction for suspension mounting support
• Inside diameter: 1 in.; outside diameter: 1.4 in.
• Assembled length: 1.47 in.; width: 1.17 in.
• No grease fitting included
• No bracket included

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1997-2003 Ford Escort, front to frame, 25.40 mm diameter bar
• Fits 1997-1999 Mercury Tracer, front to frame, 25.40 mm diameter bar

Detailed Description

This Dorman stabilizer bar bushing kit is precision-engineered and tested for direct replacement use on the listed Ford Escort and Mercury Tracer fitments. The rubber bushing design supports the sway bar where it mounts to the frame, helping maintain suspension stability and consistent bar location during normal driving. Dorman 540-638 is a practical choice when servicing front-to-frame stabilizer bar wear on 25.40 mm diameter bar applications. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K80024 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Clunking or rattling from worn stabilizer bar bushings
• Excess sway bar movement at the frame mount
• Loose or deteriorated rubber bushing material
• Front suspension noise over bumps and uneven roads
• Restoring proper sway bar support on Ford Escort and Mercury Tracer models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the stabilizer bar diameter before installation; this part is specified for a 25.40 mm bar. Inspect the mounting area for wear, corrosion, or damage before replacing the bushings. Because no bracket is included, reuse the existing bracket only if it is serviceable and matches the application.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs this stabilizer bar bushing kit as a standard replacement part and subjects it to testing for reliable OE-style service on the listed applications.