Dorman 541-618 Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link Kit - Front or Rear

Dorman 541-618 Rear Stabilizer Bar Link Kit

Dorman 541-618 is a rear suspension stabilizer bar link kit engineered as a direct replacement for the original equipment on specific Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln applications. It is built for vehicles that need a serviceable rear sway bar link with greaseable construction and metal bearing material.

Key Features

• Rear suspension stabilizer bar link kit for OE-style replacement
• Fits 1986-2007 Ford Taurus, rear, thermoplastic bushings
• Fits 1986-2005 Mercury Sable, rear, thermoplastic bushings
• Fits 1994-2001 Ford Sable, rear, thermoplastic bushings
• Fits 1984-1994 Lincoln Continental, rear, thermoplastic bushings
• Fits 1984-1992 Lincoln Mark VII, rear, thermoplastic bushings
• Greaseable design with grease fittings included
• Dust boot included and locking nuts included
• Metal bearing material with rubber bushing material
• Threaded end on one side and bushing end on the other
• Standard replacement grade for service repairs

Detailed Description

Dorman 541-618 is a suspension stabilizer bar link kit designed for rear sway bar service on the Ford Taurus, Mercury Sable, Ford Sable, Lincoln Continental, and Lincoln Mark VII. The assembly uses a threaded end and a bushing end, with a greaseable layout, metal bearings, rubber bushings, and a dust boot to support routine suspension maintenance. This part number, 541-618, is a practical OE-style replacement for vehicles listed in the fitment data and is cross-referenced in the aftermarket with Monroe Shocks & Struts 172286 and 182286 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Rear suspension noise from worn stabilizer bar link components
• Excess play in the rear sway bar connection
• Clunking or rattling over bumps
• Uneven rear suspension response during cornering
• Service replacement for worn OE-style rear link hardware

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear-position fitment before ordering and match the vehicle year, make, and model exactly. This part is listed for rear applications only and includes thermoplastic bushing notes for the covered vehicles. Confirm the existing link style and mounting points on the vehicle before installation. Part number 541-618 should be compared against the original link dimensions and end types to ensure proper replacement.

Quality Assurance

Dorman states that this stabilizer bar link kit is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to serve as a reliable replacement for the original equipment on the specified vehicles. The part is built as a standard replacement suspension component for service use.