KYB SM5742 Suspension Control Arm Bushing - Front Lower Arm At Strut Fork

KYB SM5742 Suspension Control Arm Bushing

KYB SM5742 is a suspension control arm bushing and mount component built for front lower arm at strut fork applications on select Dodge Dakota and Ram Dakota models. It addresses worn vibration insulators that can add noise, harshness, and looseness to the front suspension.

For drivers searching for a front lower arm at strut fork bushing for 2005-2011 Dodge Dakota or 2011 Ram Dakota, KYB SM5742 provides an OE-quality replacement focused on restoring suspension feel and steering response.

Key Features

• OE-quality replacement component for the specified application
• Superior rubber helps reduce noise, vibration, and harshness
• Mount bearings support smoother steering and help retain front-end alignment
• Matched-grade studs and nuts for application-specific fitment
• Part of KYB Mount Components for suspension service work

Product Line Details

KYB Mount Components are engineered as direct-fit replacement parts for suspension service. This line focuses on restoring the function of worn mounts and related hardware interfaces so the suspension can operate with less vibration transfer and more consistent steering feel. KYB SM5742 follows that approach for Dakota front suspension service.

Detailed Description

KYB SM5742 is designed for the front lower arm at strut fork position on 2005-2010 Dodge Dakota and 2011 Ram Dakota. It is built to replace hardened or deteriorated suspension bushings that can transmit road impact, noise, and vibration into the cabin. By restoring the rubber isolation and bearing support at the mount point, this part helps maintain front suspension control and alignment stability. If you need a suspension control arm bushing for Dodge Dakota front lower arm at strut fork service, KYB SM5742 is a direct replacement option.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Clunking or rattling from worn front suspension mount points
• Excess vibration and harshness felt through the chassis
• Steering looseness caused by degraded mount bearing support
• Front-end alignment drift related to worn suspension support components
• Noise from hardened or cracked vibration insulators

Installation Notes and Tips

Install KYB SM5742 at the front lower arm at strut fork location only on the listed vehicles. Verify the existing mount condition, inspect adjacent suspension parts for wear, and confirm the vehicle year, make, model, and position before installation. Proper torque and alignment checks after service help preserve steering accuracy and suspension performance.

Quality Assurance

KYB is known for OE-style suspension replacement components, and the SM5742 is built to match the application-specific requirements of the listed Dakota platforms. The design emphasizes fit, steering support, and vibration control for front suspension service.