{"product_id":"dorman-542-031-suspension-stabilizer-bar-link-kit-rear","title":"Dorman 542-031 Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link Kit - Rear","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRear Stabilizer Bar Link Kit for VW and Audi\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 542-031 is a rear suspension stabilizer bar link kit built for specific Volkswagen and Audi applications. It is precision-engineered and tested as a direct replacement for the original equipment design, with greaseable service points and performance-grade construction for consistent rear suspension control.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear stabilizer bar link kit for select Volkswagen Passat, Jetta, GTI, Golf, Tiguan, Beetle, CC, Eos, Bora, GLI, R32, Golf R, and Audi A3, TT, TTS, TT RS, S3, and Q3 applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits rear suspension locations only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded end 1 and male threaded end 2 for OE-style mounting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable design with grease fittings included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included for added joint protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerformance grade with polymer bearing material and rubber\/metal bushing construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocking nuts included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 542-031 for easy identification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 542-031 is engineered for rear suspension service on a wide range of Volkswagen and Audi models, including the Volkswagen Passat, Jetta, GTI, Golf, Tiguan, Beetle, CC, Eos, and Golf R, plus Audi A3, A3 Quattro, TT, TT Quattro, TTS Quattro, TT RS Quattro, S3, and Q3 applications. This stabilizer bar link helps restore rear sway bar connection and suspension response when the original link is worn, noisy, or loose. The design uses threaded connections, a 95 mm length, 10 mm attachment sizes, and a 1.5 mm bolt thread pitch for application-specific fitment. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K80482 and Delphi TC1325 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear suspension clunking or rattling from worn link joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive sway bar play that affects cornering stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose or degraded rear stabilizer bar connection points\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise caused by damaged dust protection or worn bearing surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoration of OE-style rear suspension linkage on VW and Audi platforms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify rear fitment by year, make, and model before installation. This link is not adjustable and is not pre-greased, so inspect the mating hardware and mounting points before assembly. Use the specified 10 mm attachment size and 1.5 mm thread pitch during service, and confirm the rear sway bar and suspension brackets are in good condition before final tightening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman manufactures this stabilizer bar link kit as a precision replacement part and subjects it to rigorous testing for reliable OE-style service on the listed vehicles. The performance-grade construction, greaseable design, and included dust boot support long-term rear suspension maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52859205025973,"sku":"BKKY-542-031","price":48.9,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_542031_FRO.jpg?v=1784875126","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-542-031-suspension-stabilizer-bar-link-kit-rear","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}