Dorman 520-343 front left lower control arm with ball joint for the 1996-2000 Dodge Grand Caravan and other vehicles locates the wheel as the suspension moves. This Dorman suspension control arm and ball joint assembly directly replaces the original assembly.
- Dorman OE Solutions line, standard replacement grade
- Ball joint and rubber bushings pre-installed, which saves time and labor
- Evaluated and tested for a smooth ride, directional stability and predictable dynamics
- Additional coatings for rust and corrosion resistance
- Iron control arm, casting/forged type
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 520-343 control arm with ball joint
- Also called: control arm and ball joint assembly
- Fits: 1996-2000 Dodge Grand Caravan and other vehicles
- Position: Front left lower
- Material: Iron
- Condition: New
Worn control arms or ball joints can show up as a clunk over bumps, loose steering or uneven front tire wear. Those signs alone do not prove the arm is at fault; a worn tie rod end can bring on some of them too. Front arms are normally replaced as a pair, and this listing is one Dorman control arm for the front left; the front right is ordered separately.
Fits
This Dorman lower control arm fits the front left side of the 1996-2000 Dodge Grand Caravan, the 1996-2000 Chrysler Town & Country, the 1996-2000 Dodge Caravan and other vehicles; that position takes one arm.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: front left lower
- Quantity per vehicle: 1 (front left side)
- Maximum width: 288.5 mm
- Maximum length: 237 mm
- Mounting hole diameter: 12.3 mm
- Ball joint thread diameter: 14 mm
Build and materials
- Control arm type: casting/forged
- Control arm material: iron
- Bushing material: rubber
- Ball joint stud type: pinch
- Pre-greased: yes
- Grade: standard replacement
- Condition: new
- Country of origin: Taiwan
In the box
One control arm with ball joint and mounting hardware. A grease fitting is not included.
Installation notes
Interchange: 623.67058
4694761 · 4694761AC · TC2173 · CA12246 · CK80634 · RK80634 · FA4248 · GS20369 · CMS20369 · 2605375 · 5CB25028 · SK80634 · 1506009 · JTC1273
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
623.67058, 4694761, 4694761AC, TC2173, CA12246, CK80634, RK80634, FA4248, GS20369, CMS20369, 2605375, 5CB25028, SK80634, 1506009, JTC1273
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Dorman 520-343 control arm right for the 1996-2000 Chrysler Town & Country?
Yes. Dorman 520-343 fits the 1996-2000 Chrysler Town & Country on the front left lower side. If your car is not named here, look it up in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Are the Dorman control arm bushings already installed on this arm?
Yes. Dorman 520-343 comes with the ball joint and rubber bushings pre-installed, plus mounting hardware. A grease fitting is not included.
Is this Dorman suspension control arm made of iron?
Yes. This arm is iron, a casting/forged type, and the ball joint stud is a pinch type with a 14 mm thread diameter.
How can I tell if the bushings on a front left lower control arm are worn?
Look for cracked or torn bushing rubber with the engine off and the vehicle parked. A clunk over bumps or uneven front tire wear can be signs too, and a shop can test ball joint play.
Does the Dorman 520-343 cross-reference to 4694761AC?
Yes. 4694761AC is on this part's interchange list, along with 4694761 and several other numbers, printed at the bottom of the page.
