Mevotech GS400476 Leaf Spring Shackle - Rear Rearward

Leaf Spring Shackle for Explorer and Mountaineer

Mevotech GS400476 is a rear rearward leaf spring shackle for select Ford and Mercury SUVs and trucks. It is built with a steel bolt, black bushing, and included mounting hardware to support a direct suspension service replacement on the rear leaf spring assembly.

Key Features

• Steel bolt construction for suspension service durability
• Black bushing included for leaf spring connection support
• Mounting hardware included for installation convenience
• Designed for the rear rearward position
• Mevotech GS400476 for Ford Explorer, Explorer Sport Trac, Explorer Sport, and Mercury Mountaineer applications

Detailed Description

This Mevotech leaf spring shackle is used in the rear rearward location on 1991-2001 Ford Explorer, 2001-2003 Ford Explorer Sport, 2001-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, and 1997-2001 Mercury Mountaineer models. The steel bolt and included bushing provide the connection point needed to service the leaf spring mounting area, while the black bushing helps maintain proper interface at the shackle joint. Part number GS400476 is also referenced in suspension cross listings for the same application.

This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K150413 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Worn or damaged rear leaf spring shackle hardware
• Excess movement at the rear rearward leaf spring mount
• Noisy suspension connection points at the shackle
• Corrosion or fatigue in the original shackle assembly
• Restoration of proper rear suspension attachment on Explorer and Mountaineer models

Installation Notes and Tips

Install in the rear rearward position only on the listed Ford Explorer, Explorer Sport, Explorer Sport Trac, and Mercury Mountaineer applications. Inspect the leaf spring eye, frame mount, and surrounding hardware before installation, and replace any worn mating components to ensure a secure suspension repair. Verify vehicle year, model, and rear suspension configuration against the fitment listing before ordering.

Quality Assurance

Mevotech Original Grade GS400476 is cataloged as a direct-fit suspension service part for the listed applications. It uses steel bolt construction and includes the bushing and mounting hardware specified in the product data for a complete replacement assembly.