Help cushion the coil spring and isolate spring noise with the Dorman - OE Solutions Coil Spring Insulator, part number 540-897, a front upper insulator precision-engineered and tested as a reliable replacement for the original equipment. It fits many vehicles, among them the 2011-2018 Ram 1500, 1994-2010 Dodge Ram 1500 and 2011-2013 Ram 2500. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list.
A coil spring insulator sits between the coil spring and its seat. It cushions that contact point and helps keep spring noise and vibration from reaching the vehicle body. This unit is cataloged for the front upper position.
- Direct replacement: designed to fit and perform like the original equipment on the listed applications.
- Reliable fit: precision-engineered to match the design and dimensions of the original components.
- Durable construction: built to strict manufacturing standards using sturdy, safe materials.
- Rigorously tested: backed by thorough quality-control measures.
A front upper insulator may need replacing if you hear clunking, creaking or squeaking from the spring area over bumps, or if the insulator looks cracked, flattened or is missing. Other suspension parts can make similar noises, so diagnose the cause first. If a worn insulator is the source, the 540-897 replaces it.
Interchange: 52106717AA · TD4641W · K160036 · MK160036
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a coil spring insulator do?
Is this the right coil spring insulator for my 2011-2013 Ram 2500?
The 540-897 is listed for the 2011-2013 Ram 2500 in the front upper position. Use the Buyer's Guide tab to confirm your exact vehicle.
Does it fit the 2011-2018 Ram 1500 or the 1994-2010 Dodge Ram 1500?
Yes. It is listed for the 2011-2018 Ram 1500 and the 1994-2010 Dodge Ram 1500, and the Buyer's Guide tab shows the other vehicles it fits.
What are signs of a worn coil spring insulator?
Common signs are clunking, creaking or squeaking from the spring area over bumps, or an insulator that looks cracked, flattened or missing. Other suspension parts can make similar noises, so diagnose the cause first.
What should I know before installing it?
Replacing a coil spring insulator usually means removing or compressing the coil spring, which is under high tension. Use proper spring tools and follow the vehicle service information.
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
52106717AA, TD4641W, K160036, MK160036
