Help keep your truck's front suspension located and your steering feel steady with the Dorman - OE Solutions Radius Arm Bushing 523-285. It is a direct-fit replacement for the 2005-2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty and 2005-2022 Ford F-350 Super Duty. It installs in the front suspension at the rearward radius arm position. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for engine-level details.
The radius arm helps locate the axle and control its fore-and-aft movement. This bushing cushions the arm's pivot point, which helps absorb road vibration and allows controlled suspension travel. Dorman precision-engineered and rigorously tested this bushing as a reliable replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles.
- Direct replacement: designed to fit and perform like the original equipment on specific vehicles
- Reliable fit: precision-engineered to the design and dimensions of the original components
- Durable construction: built to strict standards from sturdy, safe materials
- Rigorously tested: checked through thorough quality control measures
Signs this part may need replacing: clunking or knocking from the front end over bumps, a loose or wandering steering feel, or a bushing that looks cracked, torn or separated. If a worn radius arm bushing is the cause, this part replaces it. Diagnose the issue before replacing. Consult the vehicle service information for the correct fasteners and whether they may be reused.
Interchange: 5C3Z3B203CA · 7C3Z3A360AC · 7C3Z3A360C · 7C3Z3A360D · 1408039
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This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
5C3Z3B203CA, 7C3Z3A360AC, 7C3Z3A360C, 7C3Z3A360D, 1408039
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the Dorman 523-285 fit my 2005-2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty or 2005-2022 Ford F-350 Super Duty?
It is listed as a direct-fit replacement for the 2005-2022 Ford F-250 Super Duty and 2005-2022 Ford F-350 Super Duty. Check the "Vehicles it fits" section for engine-level details on your truck.
What does a radius arm bushing do?
It cushions the pivot point of the radius arm. The radius arm helps locate the axle and control its fore-and-aft movement, and the bushing helps absorb road vibration.
Where is this bushing installed?
It is cataloged for the front suspension, at the rearward position of the radius arm.
What are signs a radius arm bushing may be worn?
Common signs include clunking over bumps, a loose or wandering steering feel, and a bushing that looks cracked or torn. Other parts can cause similar symptoms, so diagnose the cause first.
Can I reuse the original bolts when installing it?
Consult the vehicle service information for the correct fasteners and whether the originals may be reused. Some suspension fasteners are single-use.
