Dorman 698-283 rear left suspension knuckle for the 2011-2019 Ford Explorer and other vehicles connects the rear left wheel hub bearing to the suspension. Rust between an original knuckle and the hub bearing can seize the two together, even outside Salt Belt regions.
- Dorman OE FIX line, made for knuckles that seize to the wheel hub bearing from rust
- Proprietary, patent-pending coating that helps prevent corrosion between the knuckle and hub bearing surfaces
- Steel construction with bushings included
- Two mounting holes, each 12.5 mm in diameter
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 698-283 suspension knuckle
- Fits: 2011-2019 Ford Explorer and other vehicles
- Position: Rear left
- Material: Steel
- Condition: New
Noise or play at the rear left wheel, or a hub that will not come free of the knuckle during a bearing job, can mean the knuckle is worn or seized, though a worn wheel bearing or a damaged bushing can also be behind those signs.
Fits
It is a direct replacement for the 2011-2019 Ford Explorer and the 2013-2019 Ford Police Interceptor Utility. On the 2011-2019 Ford Explorer, the rear left position takes one knuckle; the rear right knuckle is a separate part ordered separately, and both sides are normally replaced together.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: rear left
- Quantity per application: 1
- Inside diameter: 92 mm
- Mounting hole diameter: 12.5 mm, 2 mounting holes
- Length: 368 mm
- Width: 325 mm
Build and materials
- Type: suspension knuckle with bushings included
- Material: steel
- Coating: proprietary, patent-pending corrosion-resistant coating
- Grade: standard replacement
- Condition: new
- Country of origin: China
In the box
One rear left suspension knuckle with bushings. The ball joint, hub, bearing and mounting hardware are not included, so plan on new fasteners, since the old ones may not be reusable.
Interchange: BB5Z5B759A · BB5Z5B759B · BB5Z5B759C · DB5Z5B759A · DB5Z5B759B · LK139
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
BB5Z5B759A, BB5Z5B759B, BB5Z5B759C, DB5Z5B759A, DB5Z5B759B, LK139
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the 2014 Ford Explorer rear knuckle for the left side?
Yes. Dorman 698-283 is the rear left knuckle for the 2011-2019 Ford Explorer, 2014 included. The rear right side is a separate part.
Does Dorman 698-283 also fit the 2013-2019 Ford Police Interceptor Utility?
Yes. Dorman 698-283 is a direct replacement at the rear left position of the 2013-2019 Ford Police Interceptor Utility.
Does this suspension knuckle come with the ball joint and wheel bearing?
No. The listing is one knuckle with its bushings. The ball joint, hub, bearing and mounting hardware are not included.
What does the coating on this OE FIX knuckle do?
The proprietary, patent-pending coating helps prevent corrosion between the knuckle and the hub bearing surfaces, where rust can seize the two together.
What are the mounting hole size and inside diameter of this rear left knuckle?
This knuckle has two mounting holes of 12.5 mm each and an inside diameter of 92 mm.
