Keep the lock and latch linkage connected with the Dorman door lock rod clip, part number 703-237. It is a small retainer that holds the lock rod in place, so the handle and lock controls can move the latch. It fits many vehicles, among them the 1980-1996 Ford F-150, 1980-1996 Ford F-250 and 1986-2004 Ford Mustang. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list.
This Dorman door rod clip is listed under two names: Door Lock Rod Clip and Tailgate Latch Rod Clip. Depending on the application, it is cataloged for the front left and right, front left and right outer, rear left and right, sliding door, and rear left and right cargo door positions.
- Direct replacement: designed to match the original clip's fit and function on the listed vehicles.
- Practical fix: replaces a factory clip that has gone missing or broken from fatigue.
- Durable construction: made from quality materials for dependable performance and a long service life.
- Trusted support: backed by Dorman's team of product experts in the United States and more than a century of automotive experience.
A rod clip may need replacing if a door or tailgate handle moves without releasing the latch, if a lock button no longer engages the lock, or if a rod rattles loose inside the panel. If a missing or broken clip is the cause, this part replaces it.
Interchange: 15518 · E6AZ5421952A
