Keep the rear right wheel properly located as it moves with the suspension, using the Dorman control arm 526-170. It is a rear right lower arm built as a direct-fit replacement for the 2002-2005 Ford Explorer, 2003-2005 Lincoln Aviator and 2002-2005 Mercury Mountaineer. Engine details for each vehicle are in the Buyer's Guide tab.
As a Dorman suspension control arm, it links the wheel assembly to the vehicle's frame. This lets the wheel travel up and down over the road while holding it in position. Dorman precision-engineers and rigorously tests this lower control arm as a reliable replacement for the original equipment on the listed applications.
- Direct replacement: designed to fit and perform like the original equipment on the listed vehicles.
- Reliable fit: precision-engineered to match the design and dimensions of the original components.
- Durable construction: built to strict standards from sturdy, safe materials.
- Rigorously tested: thorough quality-control checks are intended to support long service.
Signs this part may need replacing include clunking or knocking from the rear suspension over bumps, vague or wandering handling, and uneven tire wear. These symptoms can have other causes, so have the suspension inspected before replacing parts. It is also a good time to inspect the matching left-side arm. Consult the vehicle service information for the correct fasteners and torque values, and whether the original fasteners may be reused.
Interchange: 1L2Z5A649AC · 2C5Z5A649AA · 3C5Z5A649AA · 5L2Z5A649A · RK642574
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
1L2Z5A649AC, 2C5Z5A649AA, 3C5Z5A649AA, 5L2Z5A649A, RK642574
