Dorman 536-562 front radius arm bushing for the 1983-1997 Ford Ranger and other vehicles cushions the radius arm at its mounting point. This Dorman radius arm bushing lets you replace the failed bushing rather than the whole assembly.
- Part of the Dorman OE Solutions line
- Steel and rubber construction
- Replaces only the failed bushing, so the radius arm assembly stays in place
- Designed to help eliminate metallic noises from the radius arm
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 536-562 radius arm bushing
- Fits: 1983-1997 Ford Ranger and other vehicles
- Position: Front
- Material: Steel and rubber
- Condition: New
A worn radius arm bushing can show up as a metallic clunk or rattle from the front suspension, or as cracked or split rubber. Before you replace it, look at the rubber with the engine off, because a clunk can also come from other suspension parts.
Fits
Besides the 1983-1997 Ford Ranger, it fits the 1987-1996 Ford F-150 and the 1987-1996 Ford F-250, and each takes two. If your Ford or Mazda isn't named here, look up its year and model in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: Front
- Quantity per vehicle: 2
- Inside diameter: 12.2 mm
- Outside diameter: 60 mm
- Length: 60 mm
- Wall thickness: 23.8 mm
Build and materials
- Material: Steel and rubber
- Grade: Standard replacement
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: United States
In the box
Two bushings, one spacer, one dome washer and one flat washer. Mounting hardware is not included, so plan on new fasteners.
Interchange: TD617W · GK8361 · MK8361
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Dorman 536-562, a Ford Ranger radius arm bushing, fit the 1983-1997 Ford Ranger?
Yes. Dorman 536-562 fits the 1983-1997 Ford Ranger, and it also fits the 1987-1996 Ford F-150. The "Vehicles it fits" section covers the other vehicles.
Which washers and spacer come with this radius arm bushing?
Dorman 536-562 comes with two bushings, one spacer, one dome washer and one flat washer. Mounting hardware is not included.
What are the dimensions of this front radius arm bushing?
This front radius arm bushing has a 12.2 mm inside diameter, a 60 mm outside diameter, a 60 mm length and a 23.8 mm wall thickness.
What does a worn front radius arm bushing look and sound like?
A worn bushing can cause a metallic clunk or rattle from the front suspension, or show cracked or split rubber. A shop can confirm whether the bushing is the cause.
Is TD617W the same as Dorman 536-562?
Yes. TD617W is one of the numbers Dorman 536-562 replaces, along with GK8361 and MK8361.
