Suitable for MAN Trucks and Buses
MAN 81437156060 Stabilizer Bar
Description
This Stabilizer Bar, manufactured by
MAN with MPN 81437156060, is a critical component within a vehicle's suspension system. It's designed to reduce body roll and improve handling during cornering, enhancing overall vehicle stability and ride comfort. This part is utilized in the suspension of various MAN vehicles. With dimensions of 65 x 420 x 1100 mm, this stabilizer bar effectively distributes lateral forces, minimizing sway and maximizing tire contact with the road surface for improved control and a smoother driving experience.
Key Features & Benefits
Basically, it’s a torsion spring. It twists to resist body roll when you’re going around corners, or even when hitting bumps on uneven surfaces. It connects the left and right sides of your suspension. It doesn't control suspension movement, but it distributes the force more evenly.
Think of it like this – when you turn, the weight of the vehicle naturally shifts to the outside wheels. That makes the body lean, or roll. The stabilizer bar links everything together and helps keep things flatter. It doesn’t stop the suspension from doing its job – absorbing the bumps and keeping the tires on the ground – it just minimizes how much the body tilts. It acts like a shield against excessive leaning.
Symptoms, Risks & Replacements
A worn or broken stabilizer bar will really affect how the vehicle handles. You’ll notice if it’s gone bad because the car will feel unsteady, especially when turning or if you hit a crosswind. There'll be more body roll, and it might even feel a little wobbly. It doesn’t usually create a safety issue right away, but it makes the vehicle much less predictable and less comfortable to drive. You can sometimes find good replacement stabilizer bars at places like Fixparts Online, and they’re usually a pretty straightforward repair. A healthy sway bar really contributes to a confident and controlled driving experience.
Warranty Information
MAN Stabilizer Bar (MPN 81437156060) comes with a 1-year warranty.