Delphi TD5857W Suspension Control Arm Bushing - Front Lower Forward

OE-Style Front Lower Forward Bushing

Delphi TD5857W is a suspension control arm bushing built for the front lower forward position. It uses natural rubber and a press-fit design to support precise suspension movement in a wide range of classic GM vehicles, including Chevrolet Caprice, Impala, Camaro, and Pontiac Firebird applications.

Delphi applies OE-focused dimensional and material analysis to help match the original part profile, while testing the bushing through extreme temperature exposure and salt spray conditions for durability in demanding road environments.

Key Features

• Part number: TD5857W
• Suspension control arm bushing for the front lower forward position
• Natural rubber bushing material with a premium grade type
• Press-fit mounting type
• Black/gray color identification
• Inside diameter: 15.00 mm; outside diameter: 52.00 mm
• Length: 61.00 mm; width/height: 52.00 mm
• Greaseable: No
• Hardware included: No
• Steering type listed: Power

Detailed Description

Delphi TD5857W is an OE-style suspension control arm bushing engineered for the front lower forward location. The natural rubber construction helps maintain the compliance and isolation expected in factory suspension designs, while the press-fit format supports direct replacement service on vehicles that use this bushing style. Delphi’s OE expertise and dimensional analysis help align the aftermarket part with original equipment requirements for proper fit and function.

This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K6109 for the same application. It is used across many GM platforms, including Fits 1971-1996 Chevrolet Caprice, front lower forward; Fits 1971-1985 Chevrolet Impala, front lower forward; and Fits 1974-1981 Pontiac Firebird, front lower forward. Delphi TD5857W also serves applications such as Fits 1985-2005 Chevrolet Astro, front lower forward and Fits 1985-2005 GMC Safari, front lower forward.

What This Part Helps Address

• Excessive play in the front lower control arm bushing
• Clunking or knocking from worn suspension bushings
• Uneven steering response caused by deteriorated rubber
• Suspension looseness during braking, cornering, or road impact
• Restoration of original bushing geometry in OE-style service

Installation Notes and Tips

TD5857W is a press-fit bushing, so removal and installation typically require proper suspension service tools or a hydraulic press. Inspect the control arm, mounting surfaces, and adjacent bushings before installation, and replace worn components together when needed to maintain consistent suspension performance. Verify the front lower forward position and confirm dimensions against the original part before assembly.

Quality Assurance

Delphi subjects its OE-focused steering and suspension components to temperature extremes below -40 degrees C and above 120 degrees C, along with extended salt spray exposure, to evaluate durability and material stability. The brand’s OE-based dimensional and material analysis supports consistent aftermarket fitment for applications such as Chevrolet Caprice, Impala, Camaro, and Pontiac Firebird. Part number TD5857W is built to the same application-focused standards Delphi uses across its OE and aftermarket portfolios.