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Mevotech MK8649 Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit - Rear
| Brand | Mevotech MK8649 |
|---|---|
| Position | Rear |
| Bushing Color | Black |
| Bushing Inside Diameter | 0.67 |
| Bushing Length | 1.25 |
| Bushing Material | Natural Rubber |
| Bushing Outside Diameter | 1.6 |
| Includes Hardware | Yes |
| Number of Bushings | 2 |
| Fits | Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln · 89 vehicles |
Natural rubber bushings. Help absorb vibration and keep the suspension quiet.
Includes hardware. Ready for a straightforward installation.
Cross-references Delphi TD5097W, Dorman - Premium BB8649PR and MOOG Chassis Products K8649 for the same application. See all 16.
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Mevotech MK8649 Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit
Restore rear suspension support with the Mevotech MK8649 suspension strut rod bushing kit. Built with natural rubber bushings and included hardware, this kit is made for rear applications on select Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln vehicles, including Taurus, Sable, Tempo, Continental, Escort, Lynx, LN7, and Topaz models.
Key Features
- Natural rubber bushing material for suspension service
- Black bushing color
- Bushing outside diameter: 1.6 in.
- Bushing inside diameter: 0.67 in.
- Bushing length: 1.25 in.
- Includes hardware
- Designed for rear suspension strut rod service
- Part number: MK8649
Detailed Description
The Mevotech MK8649 is a rear suspension strut rod bushing kit for vehicles that use a spindle-mounted strut rod bushing design. It uses natural rubber construction to replace worn bushings at the rear suspension connection point, helping maintain proper alignment and suspension control. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K8649 and Delphi TD5097W for the same application. MK8649 is a direct-fit service part for rear suspension repair on Ford Taurus, Mercury Sable, and related platform vehicles.
What It Helps Address
- Rear suspension looseness or play at the strut rod mounting point
- Clunking or knocking from worn rubber bushings
- Uneven rear suspension response caused by deteriorated bushings
- Loss of stability from cracked or compressed bushing material
- Service needs on spindle-mounted rear strut rod assemblies
Installation Notes and Tips
Fits 1986-2006 Ford Taurus, rear; 1986-2005 Mercury Sable, rear; 1984-1994 Ford Tempo, rear; 1988-1994 Lincoln Continental, rear; 1984-1994 Mercury Topaz, rear; 1981-1990 Ford Escort, rear; 1981-1987 Mercury Lynx, rear; and 1982-1983 Mercury LN7, rear. Confirm the rear strut rod and spindle-style mounting configuration before installation. Inspect related suspension components for wear and replace damaged hardware or mounting points as needed. Part number MK8649 should be matched to the vehicle application before service.
Quality Assurance
Mevotech chassis components are built for suspension service applications and application-specific fitment. Verify the part number MK8649 against the vehicle’s rear suspension configuration before installation.
This part fits 89 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
| Year | Make | Model | Body Type | # Doors | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Ford | Taurus | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 2005 | Ford | Taurus | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 2005 | Mercury | Sable | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 2004 | Ford | Taurus | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 2004 | Mercury | Sable | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 2003 | Ford | Taurus | Wagon | 4 Door | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 2003 | Mercury | Sable | Wagon | 4 Door | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 2002 | Ford | Taurus | Wagon | 4 Door | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 2002 | Mercury | Sable | Wagon | 4 Door | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 2001 | Ford | Taurus | Wagon | 4 Door | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 2001 | Mercury | Sable | Wagon | 4 Door | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 2000 | Ford | Taurus | Wagon | 4 Door | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 2000 | Mercury | Sable | Wagon | 4 Door | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1999 | Ford | Taurus | Sedan | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1999 | Mercury | Sable | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1998 | Ford | Taurus | Sedan | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1998 | Mercury | Sable | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1997 | Ford | Taurus | Sedan | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1997 | Mercury | Sable | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1996 | Ford | Taurus | Sedan | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1996 | Mercury | Sable | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1995 | Ford | Taurus | Sedan | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1995 | Mercury | Sable | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1994 | Ford | Taurus | Sedan | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1994 | Ford | Tempo | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1994 | Lincoln | Continental | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1994 | Mercury | Sable | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1994 | Mercury | Topaz | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1993 | Ford | Taurus | Sedan | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1993 | Ford | Tempo | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1993 | Lincoln | Continental | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1993 | Mercury | Sable | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1993 | Mercury | Topaz | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1992 | Ford | Taurus | Sedan | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1992 | Ford | Tempo | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1992 | Lincoln | Continental | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1992 | Mercury | Sable | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1992 | Mercury | Topaz | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1991 | Ford | Taurus | Sedan | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1991 | Ford | Tempo | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1991 | Lincoln | Continental | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1991 | Mercury | Sable | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1991 | Mercury | Topaz | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1990 | Ford | Escort | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1990 | Ford | Taurus | Sedan | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1990 | Ford | Tempo | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1990 | Lincoln | Continental | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1990 | Mercury | Sable | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1990 | Mercury | Topaz | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1989 | Ford | Escort | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1989 | Ford | Taurus | Sedan | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1989 | Ford | Tempo | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1989 | Lincoln | Continental | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1989 | Mercury | Sable | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1989 | Mercury | Topaz | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1988 | Ford | Escort | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1988 | Ford | Taurus | Sedan | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1988 | Ford | Tempo | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1988 | Lincoln | Continental | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1988 | Mercury | Sable | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1988 | Mercury | Topaz | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1987 | Ford | Escort | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1987 | Ford | Taurus | Sedan | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1987 | Ford | Tempo | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1987 | Mercury | Lynx | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1987 | Mercury | Sable | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1987 | Mercury | Topaz | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1986 | Ford | Escort | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1986 | Ford | Taurus | Sedan | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1986 | Ford | Tempo | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1986 | Mercury | Lynx | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1986 | Mercury | Sable | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1986 | Mercury | Topaz | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1985 | Ford | Escort | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1985 | Ford | Tempo | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1985 | Mercury | Lynx | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1985 | Mercury | Topaz | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1984 | Ford | Escort | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1984 | Ford | Tempo | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1984 | Mercury | Lynx | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1984 | Mercury | Topaz | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1983 | Ford | Escort | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1983 | Mercury | LN7 | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1983 | Mercury | Lynx | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1982 | Ford | Escort | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1982 | Mercury | LN7 | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1982 | Mercury | Lynx | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1981 | Ford | Escort | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
| 1981 | Mercury | Lynx | — | — | Rear | Compatible with Suspension Strut Rod Bushing Kit, fits to spindle. |
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Directly replaces or cross-references 16 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Delphi — TD5097WDorman - Premium — BB8649PRMOOG Chassis Products — K8649602.61035481518274917957810535781053BBB8649FA1690HB1594KIK8649JBU1519JBU1940TK8649XF1Z5A952AA