Help keep your truck's front suspension tight and properly located with the Delphi Front Upper Control Arm, part number TC6597. It is a direct-fit replacement for the listed applications: the 1994-1996 Dodge Ram 1500, 1995-1999 Dodge Ram 2500 and 1995-1999 Dodge Ram 3500.
This suspension control arm links the chassis to the wheel assembly. It lets the front suspension travel with the road while helping hold the wheel in position. Delphi brings its OE engineering experience to its aftermarket parts and uses dimensional and material analysis to target compatibility with the OE part.
- Crack and flaw inspection: Every DELPHI control arm goes through 100% crack detection and ultrasonic flaw detection to confirm its materials match OE specifications.
- Robot welding: Used for consistent performance and quality.
- Precision ball stud: Machined to micron tolerances for durability and smooth joint operation.
- Anti-corrosion protection: Applied to each part to help prevent corrosion and improve its appearance.
Delphi's testing program exposes its parts to temperatures below -40°C and above 120°C, and to 720 hours of salt spray. Signs a control arm may need replacing include clunking over bumps, wandering or loose-feeling steering, and uneven tire wear. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for engine details.
Interchange: 4886 166AA · 5203 7889 · 5203 8751 · 52038 751AC · 52038 751AD · 520-366
4886166AA · 52037889 · 52038751 · 52038751AC · 52038751AD · 520366 · CA81250 · CA81250PR · RK641139 · CMS251029 · CMS25129 · GS25129 · JTC2351
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
4886 166AA, 5203 7889, 5203 8751, 52038 751AC, 52038 751AD, 520-366, CA81250, CA81250PR, RK641139, CMS251029, CMS25129, GS25129, JTC2351
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this an upper control arm for the 1994-1996 Dodge Ram 1500?
Yes. Delphi TC6597 is a front upper control arm for the 1994-1996 Dodge Ram 1500. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the other listed Ram trucks and for engine details.
What does an upper control arm do?
It links the chassis to the wheel assembly. This lets the front suspension move up and down with the road while helping keep the wheel in position.
How does Delphi check the quality of this control arm?
Each arm goes through 100% crack detection and ultrasonic flaw detection to confirm its materials match OE specifications. The arm is robot welded, and its ball stud is machined to micron tolerances.
What are signs a control arm may need replacing?
Common signs include clunking over bumps, wandering or loose-feeling steering, and uneven tire wear. Other parts can cause these symptoms too, so diagnose the cause before replacing the arm.
Should I get an alignment after installing it?
Replacing a control arm can affect wheel alignment, so an alignment check afterward is recommended. Follow the vehicle service information for torque specs and whether fasteners may be reused.
