Delphi TC2138 rear right upper control arm with ball joint for the 2002-2005 Mercedes-Benz ML500 and other vehicles locates the rear right wheel as the suspension moves. This Delphi control arm and ball joint assembly supplies the arm and the joint as a single piece.
- Withstands temperatures below -40 degrees C and over 120 degrees C, and 720 hours of salt spray exposure
- 100% crack detection and ultrasonic flaw detection on every control arm
- Ball studs machined to micron tolerances for durability and smooth joint operation
- Robot welding for consistent performance and quality
- Anti-corrosion protection applied to each part
Quick facts
- Part: Delphi TC2138 control arm with ball joint
- Also called: control arm and ball joint assembly
- Fits: 2002-2005 Mercedes-Benz ML500 and other vehicles
- Position: Rear right upper
- Condition: New
Clunking over bumps, loose-feeling steering or uneven tire wear can point to a worn arm or joint, though other suspension parts make the same signs, so find the source first. A look with the engine off for cracks, bends or heavy rust is a fair start; joint play is a job for a shop.
Fits
As a rear right upper control arm with ball joint, this part is a direct-fit replacement for the 2002-2005 Mercedes-Benz ML500, the 2003-2005 Mercedes-Benz ML350 and the 1998-2003 Mercedes-Benz ML320, among other vehicles. If your Mercedes is not named here, open the "Vehicles it fits" section and look up your exact model and engine. Left and right arms are normally replaced together; this listing is one rear right arm, the car takes one on each side of the axle, and the rear left is ordered separately.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: rear right upper
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
Build and materials
- Construction: control arm with ball joint
- Finish: anti-corrosion protection
- Condition: new
Interchange: 101-6545 · 102-6545 · 622.3503 · MB-H140 · 163 352 01 01 · 163 352 05 01 · A163 352 0101 · A163 352 0501 · 502-1166
520948 · KSC5419 · CB28538 · CB28538PR · CK620200 · RK620200 · FA4526 · 163352101 · 163352501 · CMS10129 · GS10129 · MK80547 · JTC1367
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
101-6545, 102-6545, 622.3503, MB-H140, 520948, KSC5419, CB28538, CB28538PR, CK620200, RK620200, FA4526, 163 352 01 01, 163 352 05 01, 163352101, 163352501, A163 352 0101, A163 352 0501, CMS10129, GS10129, MK80547, 502-1166, JTC1367
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Mercedes ML350 control arm made for the 2003-2005 model years?
Yes. Delphi TC2138 is a rear right upper control arm with ball joint that fits the 2003-2005 Mercedes-Benz ML350. For any other model, open the "Vehicles it fits" section and look up your exact year and engine.
Is the Delphi TC2138 for the left or the right side?
This arm is the rear right upper. The rear left upper arm is a separate part, and this listing is a single arm.
What protects the Delphi TC2138 from rust?
Anti-corrosion protection is applied to each Delphi TC2138 part. The parts are also exposed to 720 hours of salt spray during testing.
Does this rear upper control arm come with the ball joint?
Yes. The ball joint is included with the arm, and the ball studs are machined to micron tolerances for durability and smooth joint operation.
Is Delphi TC2138 listed as a match for 163 352 01 01?
Yes. 163 352 01 01 is one of the numbers this part replaces; the rest are on the Interchange line.
