Soak up road impacts and keep the control arm located where it belongs with the Mevotech Supreme Control Arm Bushing MK8588 — the direct-fit Ford Thunderbird control arm bushing that also drops into the 1989-1997 Mercury Cougar and the 1993-1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. This suspension control arm bushing installs in the rear-at-knuckle (upper) position, cushioning the connection between the control arm and the knuckle so movement stays controlled and vibration is dampened.
- High-grade natural rubber construction: built for increased durability against flex, load, and road fatigue.
- OE-quality fit and performance: matches the original part on the listed applications.
- Position: rear at knuckle (upper).
Over time a control arm bushing can dry-rot, crack, or split. Signs it may need replacing include clunking over bumps, imprecise or wandering handling, and excess play at the control arm — if a worn bushing is the cause, this replaces it. Diagnose the source before ordering.
Fitment: 1989-1997 Ford Thunderbird · 1989-1997 Mercury Cougar · 1993-1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for engine-level detail.
Interchange: 602.61069
60261069 · 19307476 · TD4921W · BC851566 · BC851566PR · FB700 · IK8588 · K8588 · 17092 · 5701006 · JBU839
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This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
19307476, 602.61069, TD4921W, BC851566, BC851566PR, FB700, IK8588, K8588, MK8588, 17092, 5701006, JBU839
Frequently Asked Questions
What vehicles does the Mevotech MK8588 control arm bushing fit?
It is a direct-fit replacement for the 1989-1997 Ford Thunderbird, 1989-1997 Mercury Cougar, and 1993-1998 Lincoln Mark VIII. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list.
Where does the MK8588 bushing install?
It fits the rear-at-knuckle (upper) position on the listed applications.
What is the MK8588 bushing made of?
It uses high-grade natural rubber construction for increased durability.
What are the signs of a worn control arm bushing?
Watch for clunking over bumps, imprecise or wandering handling, and excess play at the control arm. Cracked or dry-rotted rubber is a visual sign. Diagnose the cause before replacing.
What part numbers does the MK8588 replace?
It cross-references 602.61069, 19307476, TD4921W, BC851566, BC851566PR, FB700, IK8588, K8588, 17092, 5701006, and JBU839.
