Dorman 526-670 front right upper control arm with ball joint for the 2019-2023 Ford Ranger links the front right wheel to the frame. This Dorman control arm is sold as a control arm and ball joint assembly, so the arm and joint come as one unit.
- Ball joint and bushings are pre-installed, which saves time and labor
- Dorman OE Solutions stamped steel arm with a powder-coated finish for rust and corrosion resistance
- Steel bushings and a polychloroprene dust boot on the ball joint
- Tested for a smooth ride, directional stability and predictable dynamics
- Threaded ball joint stud with a 12 mm thread and 1.75 mm pitch
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 526-670 control arm with ball joint
- Also called: control arm and ball joint assembly
- Fits: 2019-2023 Ford Ranger
- Position: Front right upper
- Material: Steel
- Condition: New
A clunk over bumps, a loose steering feel or uneven tire wear can mean the arm bushings or ball joint are worn. Those signs alone do not prove this arm is the problem; a worn tie rod end can cause them too.
Fits
This 2019-2023 Ford Ranger upper control arm is a direct replacement for the original equipment on the front right side. Upper arms are normally changed as a pair, so plan on the front left one too; this listing is one arm, and the 2019-2023 Ford Ranger takes one in this position.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: front right upper
- Quantity per vehicle: 1 in this position
- Length: 208 mm
- Width: 263 mm, which is also the distance between bushings
- Mounting holes: 2, 14.3 mm diameter
- Bushing inside diameter: 14.3 mm
- Bushing length: 64 mm
- Cone outside diameter: 14.2 mm
- Ball joint stud length: 42 mm
- Thread: 12 mm diameter, 1.75 mm pitch, clockwise (right)
Build and materials
- Construction: stamped, bent arm
- Control arm material: steel
- Finish: powder coated
- Bushing material: steel
- Dust boot material: polychloroprene
- Bearing material: polymer
- Ball joint mounting: press in
- Condition: new
- Country of origin: China
In the box
One control arm with ball joint, and one locking nut. A castle nut, cotter pin and grease fitting are not included; plan on a new cotter pin rather than reusing the old one.
Installation notes
- The ball joint is pre-greased and is not greaseable.
Interchange: TC9448 · CA9086 · KB3Z3084A · CMS401270 · CTXMS401270
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
TC9448, CA9086, KB3Z3084A, CMS401270, CTXMS401270
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Dorman 526-670 work as a 2019 Ford Ranger upper control arm?
Yes. Dorman 526-670 is a front right upper control arm for the 2019-2023 Ford Ranger, so it covers the 2019 model year.
Is this 2019-2023 Ford Ranger control arm for one side only?
Yes. This front right upper arm is sold individually, and the front left is a separate part that you order on its own.
Are Dorman control arm bushings already installed on this assembly?
Yes. Dorman 526-670 comes with its bushings and ball joint pre-installed. The steel bushings have a 14.3 mm inside diameter and are 64 mm long.
What thread size is the ball joint stud on this control arm?
The ball joint stud on this upper control arm has a 12 mm thread with a 1.75 mm pitch, turning clockwise (right-hand). The stud is 42 mm long.
Is this Dorman control arm made of stamped steel?
Yes. The arm is stamped steel with a powder-coated finish, and the ball joint has a polychloroprene dust boot.
