Dorman - OE Solutions Air Suspension Spring P/N:949-257
Dorman 949-255 rear left air spring for the 1997-2002 Lincoln Continental holds up the rear left corner of the car on a cushion of air. As a 1997-2002 Continental air spring, it replaces an original whose internal rubber components have torn or rotted.
A rear left corner that sags or a bellows that has torn or rotted can mean the air spring has failed. These signs alone do not prove the spring is at fault; a leaking air line is another common cause. The car takes one per side of the rear axle; this listing is the rear left, the rear right is ordered separately, and the pair is normally replaced together.
It is a direct-fit replacement for the 1997-2002 Lincoln Continental.
Fit and size
Build and materials
One air spring. Mounting hardware is not included, so plan on new hardware, since the old pieces may not be reusable.
Interchange: A-2212 · 4J-1003A · 39F-15-RL · AS-7004
3U2Z5580JA · 3U2Z5580NA · F50Y5560B · F70Z5560BA
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
Does the Dorman 949-255 air spring fit the 1997-2002 Lincoln Continental?
Yes. Dorman 949-255 is the rear left air spring for the 1997-2002 Lincoln Continental. The rear right side takes its own, separate part.
Do I need to buy mounting hardware separately for this rear left air spring?
Yes. Dorman 949-255 comes as one air spring only, and mounting hardware is not included. Plan on new hardware rather than reusing the old pieces.
What load rating does this suspension air spring have?
This air spring is rated for a maximum load of 499.65 kg. Its working height runs from 8 inches at minimum to 10 inches at maximum.
How can I tell if the rubber bellows on this air spring has gone bad?
A torn or rotted bellows can show up as cracks or splits in the rubber, a corner that sits low or a ride that feels off. A shop can inspect the spring to confirm.
Does Dorman 949-255 replace number 3U2Z5580JA?
Yes. 3U2Z5580JA is one of the numbers Dorman 949-255 replaces, along with the others listed on the Interchange line.
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