Dorman 602-040 front windshield wiper linkage for the 2002-2007 Ford Explorer and other vehicles carries motion from the wiper motor to the wiper arms. It bolts on in place of the original and is made for specific vehicle years, makes and models.
- Designed to fix a failed crank arm and restore wiper blade operation
- Reverse engineered from the original wiper linkage design
- Two-piece construction with a bracket
- Steel bushings
- Mechanical driver with clockwise rotation
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 602-040 windshield wiper linkage
- Fits: 2002-2007 Ford Explorer and other vehicles
- Position: Front
- Material: Steel bushings
- Condition: New
Blades that stay parked, sweep unevenly or stop partway across the glass can mean the crank arm has failed. Before you replace the linkage, rule out a failed wiper motor or a loose wiper arm, since either can leave the blades behaving the same way. If a broken crank arm is the cause, this linkage replaces it.
Fits
The vehicles it fits include the 2002-2007 Ford Explorer, the 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac and the 2002-2007 Mercury Mountaineer, and it is a direct replacement for these vehicles. If your car is not named here, open the "Vehicles it fits" section to check your exact model and engine.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: Front
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Length: 28 in
- Material thickness: 0.75 in
- Wiper arm pivot point diameter: 1.1 in
- Attachment method: Bolt on
- Rotation direction: Clockwise
Build and materials
- Configuration: Two piece
- Linkage frame or bracket: Bracket
- Bushing material: Steel
- Driver type: Mechanical
- Grade: Standard replacement
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: India
In the box
One windshield wiper linkage, and the vehicle takes one. Mounting hardware is not included, so plan on new bolts rather than reusing the old ones.
Interchange: 7L2Z17566AA
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the Dorman 602-040 wiper linkage fit a 2002-2007 Ford Explorer?
Yes. Dorman 602-040 is listed for the 2002-2007 Ford Explorer, the 2007 Ford Explorer Sport Trac and the 2002-2007 Mercury Mountaineer. Open the "Vehicles it fits" section to check other models.
Does this Dorman wiper linkage come with mounting bolts?
No. Mounting hardware is not included, so plan on new bolts. The listing holds one windshield wiper linkage.
What is the wiper arm pivot point diameter on the Dorman 602-040?
Dorman 602-040 has a wiper arm pivot point diameter of 1.1 inches. The linkage is 28 inches long, and its material thickness is 0.75 inch.
How can I tell if my front wiper linkage has a failed crank arm?
Blades that stay parked or sweep unevenly can point to a failed crank arm in the linkage. A shop can inspect the linkage to confirm.
Does Dorman 602-040 replace part number 7L2Z17566AA?
Yes. 7L2Z17566AA is listed as an interchange number for Dorman 602-040, a two-piece front windshield wiper linkage.
