Front Right Lower Control Arm with Ball Joint for 2001-2004 Ford Escape & More - Delphi TC5180

Help address front-end clunks and loose steering with the Delphi control arm TC5180, a front right lower control arm and ball joint assembly that installs as a direct-fit replacement for the 2001-2004 Ford Escape and 2001-2004 Mazda Tribute (see the "Vehicles it fits" section for engine-level fitment). This one-piece unit combines the lower control arm with a pre-installed ball joint, locating the front wheel while the joint lets the suspension and steering move.

• OE-validated engineering: Delphi applies its OE expertise to the aftermarket steering portfolio, testing to the extreme — parts withstand temperatures below -40°C and over 120°C and endure 720 hours of salt spray, with dimensional and material analysis for close OE-to-aftermarket compatibility.
• 100% flaw detection: Every arm undergoes crack detection and ultrasonic flaw detection so materials match OE specifications.
• Micron-machined ball studs: The ball studs are machined to micron tolerances for durability and smooth joint operation.
• Robot-welded and protected: Robot welding delivers consistent quality, and anti-corrosion protection is applied for corrosion prevention and enhanced appearance.

As a lower control arm for the 2001-2004 Ford Escape, this assembly locates the front wheel and pivots on the integral ball joint. Signs the original may need replacing include clunking over bumps, uneven tire wear, and loose or wandering steering. If a worn control arm or ball joint is the cause, this replaces it.

Interchange: 101-5211 · 623.65041 · 520-284 · 2L8Z 3078-AA · 3L8Z 3078-AB · 4L8Z 3078-R
1015211 · 62365041 · 520284 · 2L8Z3078AA · 3L8Z3078AB · 4L8Z3078R · CB65114 · CK80397 · RK80397 · CMK80397 · CTXK80397 · GK80397 · JBJ864 · JTC1521