Delphi TC5781 front right lower control arm with ball joint for the 2008-2009 Ford Taurus and other vehicles links the wheel to the chassis. The arm and joint come as one unit, so it is also called a control arm and ball joint assembly.
- Control arm withstands temperatures below -40 degrees C and over 120 degrees C and is exposed to 720 hours of salt spray
- Every Delphi control arm gets 100% crack detection and ultrasonic flaw detection
- Ball studs machined to micron tolerances for durability and smooth joint operation
- Robot-welded arm for consistent performance and quality
- Anti-corrosion protection applied to each part
Quick facts
- Part: Delphi TC5781 control arm with ball joint
- Also called: control arm and ball joint assembly
- Fits: 2008-2009 Ford Taurus and other vehicles
- Position: Front right lower
- Condition: New
A worn arm or ball joint can show up as a clunk over bumps, loose or wandering steering, or uneven tire wear. Struts, sway bar links, tie rod ends and the wheel bearing can be behind a clunk or loose steering too, so find the cause before buying the arm.
Fits
It is listed for a wide range of Ford and Mercury models, such as the 2008-2009 Ford Taurus X and the 2009 Ford Flex. Open the "Vehicles it fits" section to check your own car's exact model and engine.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: Front right lower
- Quantity per vehicle: 1 for this position
Build and materials
- Type: control arm with ball joint, sold as one assembly
- Construction: robot-welded
- Finish: anti-corrosion protection
- Condition: New
In the box
One front right lower control arm with ball joint. This side takes one; the front left is a separate part ordered on its own, and the two are normally replaced together.
Interchange: 622.61016 · 521-988 · 523-657 · 8G1Z 3078-A · 8G1Z 3078-R
8G1Z3078S · CB85384 · CB85384PR · CB85494 · CB85494PR · RK620214 · CMS401215 · CMS401217 · CMS40152 · GS40152 · JTC2114 · JTC2115
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
622.61016, 521-988, 523-657, 8G1Z 3078-A, 8G1Z 3078-R, 8G1Z3078S, CB85384, CB85384PR, CB85494, CB85494PR, RK620214, CMS401215, CMS401217, CMS40152, GS40152, JTC2114, JTC2115
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Delphi TC5781 work as a 2008-2009 Ford Taurus control arm?
Yes, Delphi TC5781 is a front right lower control arm with ball joint listed for the 2008-2009 Ford Taurus. For another model or engine, open the "Vehicles it fits" section and check your car there.
Will this work as a 2009 Ford Flex control arm on the front right lower side?
Yes, the 2009 Ford Flex is listed for this arm, which is made for the front right lower position only. The front left side is a separate part.
What testing does the Delphi TC5781 control arm go through?
Delphi TC5781 is rated to handle temperatures from below -40 degrees C to over 120 degrees C and sees 720 hours of salt spray. Each arm also goes through 100% crack detection and ultrasonic flaw detection.
What can a worn ball joint on a front right lower control arm feel like?
It can show as a knock over bumps, steering that pulls to one side, or vibration through the wheel. A shop can check the joint for play and judge the arm.
Does the Delphi TC5781 arm come with the ball joint?
Yes, the ball joint is part of the assembly, so this listing is one front right lower arm with its joint. The front right takes one; the front left side is ordered separately.
