Mevotech GS40429 Suspension Control Arm Bushing - Rear Upper

Rear Upper Control Arm Bushing for Escape, Tribute, Mariner

Mevotech GS40429 is a suspension control arm bushing made for rear upper applications on select Ford, Mazda, and Mercury vehicles. Built with natural rubber and OE-style dimensions, it supports a precise fit for restoring suspension joint isolation in the rear upper control arm.

Key Features

• Natural rubber construction for suspension compliance and vibration isolation
• Grey OE-style bushing with a 0.48 inside diameter and 1.34 outside diameter
• Measures 2.0 in length with 0.43 wall thickness
• Fits rear upper suspension locations on select Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, and Mercury Mariner models
• Cross-references Mevotech Supreme MS40429 and MOOG Chassis Products K200359 for the same application

Detailed Description

This Mevotech GS40429 suspension control arm bushing is engineered for rear upper control arm service where rubber isolation and dimensional accuracy matter. The natural rubber material helps maintain suspension articulation while reducing harshness transmitted through the chassis. For drivers searching for a rear upper control arm bushing for 2001-2008 Ford Escape, 2001-2006 Mazda Tribute, 2008 Mazda Tribute, or 2005-2009 Mercury Mariner, this part number GS40429 matches the listed applications and dimensions.

Use GS40429 when replacing worn rear upper control arm bushings on Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, or Mercury Mariner suspension assemblies. The OE-style sizing supports a direct repair approach for vehicles that need restored bushing integrity and consistent rear suspension movement.

What It Helps Address

• Rear suspension clunking from worn control arm bushings
• Excessive play in the rear upper control arm
• Rubber cracking, hardening, or separation
• Uneven rear suspension response over bumps
• Noise and vibration transferred through the rear suspension

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear upper fitment by year, make, and model before installation. Inspect the control arm and surrounding suspension components for wear, corrosion, or damage that could affect bushing performance. Proper pressing tools are typically required for control arm bushing service, and alignment should be checked after suspension work is completed.

Quality Assurance

Mevotech GS40429 is an OE-style suspension bushing built to match the listed rear upper applications. This part cross-references Mevotech Supreme MS40429 and MOOG Chassis Products K200359 for the same application.