Quiet the clunks and rattles of worn sway-bar links and keep the rear stabilizer bar tied to the suspension with the Dorman - OE Solutions Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link Kit 542-605. It drops in as a direct-fit replacement for the 2005-2007 Ford Five Hundred, 2005-2007 Ford Freestyle, 2008-2009 Ford Taurus, 2008-2009 Ford Taurus X, 2005-2007 Mercury Montego and 2008-2009 Mercury Sable (All), engineered to fit and perform like the original part on these applications.
The link ties the rear stabilizer (sway) bar to the suspension, helping control body lean and keep handling steady. If a worn link is behind your clunking or loose feel, this replaces it.
- Steel construction: built to strict standards with a coated finish for rust and corrosion resistance.
- Greaseable design: includes grease fittings, polymer bearings and dust boots; note it is not pre-greased.
- Ready to install: male-threaded ends on both sides (10 mm attachment size, 1.5 mm thread pitch), 281 mm overall length, non-adjustable, with locking nuts included.
- Reliable fit: precision-engineered to match the design and dimensions of the original components.
Package contents: 1 link and 2 locking nuts. Bushings, bolts, washers, sleeve and spacer are not included. Country of origin: China.
Manufacturer part number 542-605.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does this stabilizer bar link kit do?
It connects the rear stabilizer (sway) bar to the suspension, helping control body lean and keep handling stable during cornering and over uneven roads.
Which vehicles does the 542-605 fit?
It's a direct-fit replacement for the 2005-2007 Ford Five Hundred and Freestyle, 2008-2009 Ford Taurus and Taurus X, 2005-2007 Mercury Montego, and 2008-2009 Mercury Sable (All). See the Buyer's Guide tab to confirm.
Is this link greaseable?
Yes. It includes grease fittings and polymer bearings and is greaseable, but it is not pre-greased, so grease it per the service procedure at installation.
What comes in the kit?
The package contains 1 link and 2 locking nuts. Bushings, bolts, washers, a sleeve and a spacer are not included.
How do I know my sway-bar links are worn?
Clunking or knocking over bumps and a loose steering feel can be signs a link is worn. Have the suspension inspected to confirm the cause before replacing.
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