Dorman 425-396 lower steering shaft for the 2011-2014 Ford F-150 and other vehicles carries steering input from the column down toward the steering gear. This Dorman steering shaft directly replaces the original equipment on specific vehicle applications.
- Part of the Dorman OE Solutions line
- Precision-machined within strict tolerances for a tight, secure fit
- Two universal joints included
- Tested to meet Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
- Built to meet torsional, tensile, fatigue and other durability testing
- Salt spray tested, with a corrosion-resistant coating
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 425-396 steering shaft
- Fits: 2011-2014 Ford F-150 and other vehicles
- Position: Lower
- Material: Steel
- Condition: New
Play in the steering wheel, a clunk or a notchy feel when turning can mean wear in the shaft or its universal joints, though these signs can have other causes. Before you replace the shaft, rule out the tie rod ends and the steering gear as the source.
Fits
This steering shaft is a direct-fit replacement for the 2011-2014 Ford F-150, the 2015-2017 Ford Expedition and the 2011-2014 Ford Lobo, and each takes one. Open the "Vehicles it fits" section to check your exact model and engine.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: Lower
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Length: 18.11 in
- Diameter: 0.6 in
- End 1 type: internal profile
Build and materials
- Material: Steel
- Universal joints: 2, included
- Coating: corrosion-resistant, salt spray tested
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: China
In the box
One steering shaft. Mounting hardware and installation instructions are not included, so plan on new fasteners, since the old ones may not be reusable.
Interchange: BL3Z3B676A · SK425396
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the right Ford F-150 steering shaft for a 2011-2014 model?
Yes. Dorman 425-396 is a lower steering shaft for the 2011-2014 Ford F-150, and the truck takes one. Open the "Vehicles it fits" section to match your exact model and engine.
Will this Expedition steering shaft work on a 2015-2017 Ford Expedition?
Yes. Dorman 425-396 is a direct-fit lower steering shaft for the 2015-2017 Ford Expedition, which takes one.
Does this lower steering shaft come with its universal joints?
Yes. The shaft includes two universal joints. Mounting hardware and installation instructions are not included.
What length and material is the Dorman 425-396 steering shaft?
Dorman 425-396 is steel, 18.11 in long and 0.6 in diameter, with an internal profile on end 1.
How is this steering shaft tested for corrosion and durability?
It has a corrosion-resistant coating and is salt spray tested. The design is built to meet torsional, tensile and fatigue durability testing.
