Firm up loose, wandering steering with the Mevotech Supreme Steering Idler Arm Bushing MK8103. It's a front steering-linkage bushing that installs in the idler arm on a long list of classic Ford, Lincoln and Mercury cars — including the 1992-2002 Ford Crown Victoria, 1981-2002 Lincoln Town Car, 1975-2003 Mercury Grand Marquis, 1965-1986 Ford LTD and many more; see the Buyer's Guide tab for the full 42-application list.
On these parallelogram steering systems the idler arm helps support the steering center link at the front of the vehicle, and this bushing is the pivot that lets the arm swing as you steer. As the original bushing wears, play builds up in the linkage.
Signs the bushing may need replacing: loose or wandering steering, excessive play in the wheel, a vague on-center feel, and uneven front tire wear.
Interchange: 19290384 · 481003 · BGK8103 · 603.65029 · TD591W · DW-K8103B · DWK8103B · FB279 · K8103 · C5AZ3358A · IK8103 · 1K8103 · GK8103 · 12253 · 15319 · 5751009 · 5751009B · JBU985. Manufacturer part number MK8103.
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What does the Mevotech Supreme MK8103 do?
It's the front steering-linkage pivot bushing for the idler arm, which helps support the steering center link. As it wears, play can develop in the steering.
Which vehicles does MK8103 fit?
It fits many classic Ford, Lincoln and Mercury models, such as the 1992-2002 Ford Crown Victoria, 1981-2002 Lincoln Town Car and 1975-2003 Mercury Grand Marquis. See the Buyer's Guide tab for all 42 applications.
What are signs my idler arm bushing may need replacing?
Loose or wandering steering, excessive play in the wheel, a vague on-center feel, and uneven front tire wear can be signs it's worn. Have the steering linkage inspected to confirm the cause before replacing.
Is this a front or rear part?
The catalog lists MK8103 as a FRONT steering-linkage component.
What numbers does MK8103 interchange with?
It replaces 19290384, 481003, BGK8103, 603.65029, TD591W, DW-K8103B, FB279, K8103, C5AZ3358A, IK8103, 1K8103, GK8103, 12253, 15319, 5751009, 5751009B and JBU985.
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