Dorman 74040 Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Control Rod Bushing

Automatic Transmission Shift Lever Bushing

Dorman 74040 is an automatic transmission shift lever control rod bushing made for select Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln applications. Built from nylon and plastic, it matches the function and performance of the original bushing used at the shift lever to control rod connection.

This OE-style replacement is used on vehicles such as the Ford Taurus, Crown Victoria, and Mercury Grand Marquis where a worn linkage bushing can affect shift feel and lever movement. Part number 74040 is a direct-fit service part for the listed applications.

Key Features

• Nylon and plastic construction for the shift lever control rod interface
• Replacement automatic transmission linkage bushing for select Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln vehicles
• Matches original function and performance for the listed applications
• Fits the shift lever to control rod position
• Cross-references Ford E0SZ7341B and FA1KIT for the same application

Detailed Description

Dorman 74040 is engineered as a replacement automatic transmission shift lever control rod bushing for a wide range of Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln models from 1980 through 2007. It is used at the shift lever to control rod connection and is built to restore the original linkage interface on vehicles including the Ford Taurus, Mercury Sable, and Lincoln Town Car. The part number 74040 is commonly searched for automatic transmission shift lever bushing replacement on these applications.

Compatible With select Ford Taurus, Crown Victoria, Grand Marquis, Sable, Marauder, Town Car, Mustang, Ranger, Thunderbird, Bronco, Explorer, and related models listed below.

What It Helps Fix

• Loose or sloppy shift lever movement
• Worn or cracked transmission linkage bushing
• Imprecise gear selection at the shifter
• Excess play at the shift lever to control rod connection
• Restoration of original linkage feel on high-mileage vehicles

Installation Notes and Tips

Install at the shift lever to control rod location specified in the fitment data. Inspect the surrounding linkage for wear, corrosion, or damage before installation, since a new bushing will not correct bent or broken shift components. Verify application by year, make, and model before ordering.

Quality Assurance

Dorman replacement parts are built to match the function and performance of the original component for the listed vehicles. This part is intended for direct replacement use on the confirmed applications.

Fitment

• Fits 1997-2007 Ford Taurus, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1986-1990 Ford Taurus, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1992-2006 Ford Crown Victoria, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1980-2006 Mercury Grand Marquis, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1997-2005 Mercury Sable, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1986-1990 Mercury Sable, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 2003-2004 Mercury Marauder, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1981-2003 Lincoln Town Car, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1984-1994 Ford Tempo, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1984-1994 Mercury Topaz, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1990-1993 Ford Aerostar, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1983-1993 Ford Bronco, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1980-1993 Ford E-150 Econoline, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1980-1993 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1980-1993 Ford E-250 Econoline, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1980-1993 Ford E-350 Econoline, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1980-1993 Ford E-350 Econoline Club Wagon, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1991-1993 Ford Explorer, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1980-1993 Ford F-150, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1980-1993 Ford F-250, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1980-1993 Ford F-350, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1980-1993 Ford Mustang, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1983-1993 Ford Ranger, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1980-1993 Ford Thunderbird, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1980-1993 Mercury Cougar, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1984-1992 Lincoln Mark VII, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1980-1991 Ford E-250 Econoline Club Wagon, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1987-1991 Ford LTD Crown Victoria, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1990-1991 Mercury Colony Park, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1984-1990 Ford Bronco II, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1981-1990 Ford Escort, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1982-1987 Lincoln Continental, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1980 Lincoln Continental, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1981-1987 Mercury Lynx, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1980-1986 Ford LTD, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1980-1986 Mercury Capri, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1980-1986 Mercury Marquis, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1980-1983 Ford Fairmont, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1980-1983 Lincoln Mark VI, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1982-1983 Mercury LN7, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1980-1983 Mercury Zephyr, shift lever to control rod.
• Fits 1980 Mercury Monarch, shift lever to control rod.