Dorman 522-753 front left lower control arm with ball joint for the 2006-2011 Ford Crown Victoria and other vehicles holds the front left wheel in place while the suspension moves. This control arm and ball joint assembly directly replaces the original on specific applications.
- Ball joint and bushings come pre-installed, which saves time and labor
- Boxed steel control arm with rubber bushings and a threaded ball joint stud
- Additional coatings add rust and corrosion resistance
- Testing process aimed at a smooth ride, directional stability and predictable dynamics
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 522-753 control arm with ball joint
- Also called: control arm and ball joint assembly
- Fits: 2006-2011 Ford Crown Victoria and other vehicles
- Position: Front left lower
- Material: Steel
- Condition: New
Worn tie rod ends, shocks or wheel bearings can be behind a clunk over bumps, loose steering or uneven front tire wear, just as a worn ball joint or bushing can be. Find the cause before buying this arm.
Fits
It fits the 2006-2011 Ford Crown Victoria, the 2006-2011 Lincoln Town Car and the 2006-2011 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: front left lower
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Mounting hole diameter: 12.3 mm
- Control arm maximum width: 288.5 mm
- Control arm maximum length: 237 mm
- Ball joint thread diameter: 14 mm
Build and materials
- Control arm type: boxed
- Control arm material: steel
- Bushing material: rubber
- Ball joint stud type: threaded
- Condition: new
- Country of origin: China
In the box
One control arm with the ball joint and bushings installed, plus mounting hardware; no grease fitting is included. This listing is one arm for the front left; the front left takes one, and the front right is a separate part ordered separately. The two sides are normally replaced together.
Installation notes
- The assembly comes pre-greased.
Interchange: TC6341 · CA16343 · 6W1Z3079D · 6W7Z3079A · 6W7Z3079B · RK620219 · GK80396 · CMK80396 · MCSOE124 · 12CB40051 · JTC2030
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
TC6341, CA16343, 6W1Z3079D, 6W7Z3079A, 6W7Z3079B, RK620219, GK80396, CMK80396, MCSOE124, 12CB40051, JTC2030
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Dorman 522-753 the front left lower arm for the 2006-2011 Mercury Grand Marquis?
Yes, Dorman 522-753 is a front left lower control arm with ball joint for the 2006-2011 Mercury Grand Marquis, and it also fits the 2006-2011 Ford Crown Victoria and the 2006-2011 Lincoln Town Car.
Does the Dorman 522-753 come with the ball joint and bushings already installed?
Yes, the ball joint and rubber bushings are pre-installed on Dorman 522-753, and mounting hardware is included. This listing is one front left arm; the front right is ordered separately.
What thread size is the ball joint stud on this front left control arm?
The ball joint stud is threaded, with a 14 mm thread diameter. The mounting hole diameter on the arm is 12.3 mm.
How can I tell if the bushings or ball joint on this control arm are worn?
Cracked or split rubber bushings, a clunk over bumps or loose steering can be signs of wear. A shop can test ball joint play.
Is this front left control arm made of steel?
Yes, the arm is boxed steel with rubber bushings. The assembly comes pre-greased, and no grease fitting is included.
