Keep the front suspension located and the ball joint working smoothly with the Delphi control arm and ball joint assembly (MPN TC1707). This is the front left upper unit, combining the control arm and its integrated ball joint into a single direct-fit replacement for the listed applications — including the 1995-2001 Ford Explorer, 1997-2001 Mercury Mountaineer, 1998-2011 Ford Ranger, and several Mazda B-series trucks. A worn arm or ball joint can show up as clunking, loose steering, or uneven tire wear; if the original front left upper arm is the cause, this Delphi control arm restores the mounting point and pivot.
Fits the 2001-2003 Ford Explorer Sport, 2001-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, 1999 Mazda B2500, 1998-2008 Mazda B3000, and 1998-2010 Mazda B4000 as well — see the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list and engine details.
What position does this Delphi TC1707 fit?
It is the front left upper unit. Install it in that front left upper location, and order the matching part for the other corners of the suspension.
Does this fit my Ford Explorer?
It is a direct-fit Ford Explorer control arm for the 1995-2001 Explorer. It also fits the 2001-2003 Explorer Sport and 2001-2005 Explorer Sport Trac. Check the Buyer's Guide tab for your year and engine.
Are the control arm and ball joint sold together?
Yes. The arm and its integrated ball joint come as one assembly (TC1707), so you replace both at once rather than pressing in a separate joint.
What are signs this control arm may need replacing?
Clunking over the pivot, loose or wandering steering, and uneven tire wear can indicate a worn arm or ball joint. Have the cause diagnosed, since these symptoms can have other sources.
How is this Delphi control arm protected against corrosion?
Anti-corrosion protection is applied to each part for corrosion prevention and enhanced aesthetics, and units are validated through 720 hours of salt-spray exposure.
WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
