Dorman 520-196 front right lower control arm with ball joint for the 2003-2011 Lincoln Town Car and other vehicles links the front right wheel to the frame. This Dorman suspension control arm and ball joint assembly replaces the arm and joint in one piece.
- Dorman OE Solutions line, standard replacement grade
- Aluminum control arm, casting/forged type
- Threaded ball joint stud with a 14 mm thread diameter
- Additional coatings for rust and corrosion resistance
- Rubber bushings and ball joint installed in the arm
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 520-196 control arm with ball joint
- Also called: control arm and ball joint assembly
- Fits: 2003-2011 Lincoln Town Car and other vehicles
- Position: Front right lower
- Material: Aluminum
- Condition: New
A clunk over bumps, loose steering or uneven front tire wear can come from a worn ball joint or bushing, though other parts may be behind them. With the engine off, look for cracked bushing rubber, a bent arm or leaking grease before you decide. Front control arms are normally replaced as a pair; this listing is one arm.
Fits
The vehicles it fits include the 2003-2011 Lincoln Town Car, 2003-2006 Ford Crown Victoria and 2003-2006 Mercury Grand Marquis, where it directly replaces the original equipment assembly. The 2003-2011 Lincoln Town Car takes one on the front right; the front left is a separate part. If your car is not named above, find it in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: Front right lower
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Mounting hole diameter: 12.3 mm
- Mounting hole quantity: 1
- Ball joint thread diameter: 14 mm
- Maximum length: 237 mm
- Maximum width: 288.5 mm
Build and materials
- Type: Casting/forged
- Control arm material: Aluminum
- Bushing material: Rubber
- Ball joint stud: Threaded
- Grade: Standard replacement
- Adjustable: No
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: Taiwan
In the box
One control arm with ball joint and mounting hardware. A grease fitting is not included.
Installation notes
- Arrives pre-greased.
- Having the ball joint and bushings already installed saves time and labor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Dorman lower control arm right for the 2003-2006 Ford Crown Victoria?
Yes. Dorman 520-196 fits the 2003-2006 Ford Crown Victoria in the front right lower position. For another car, look up your year and model in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Are the Dorman control arm bushings already installed?
Yes. Dorman 520-196 comes with rubber bushings and the ball joint installed, and mounting hardware is included. A grease fitting is not included.
What is this Dorman control arm made of?
The arm is aluminum, casting/forged type, with rubber bushings. Additional coatings give it rust and corrosion resistance.
Is this Dorman suspension control arm adjustable?
No. Dorman 520-196 is a standard replacement grade arm with no adjustment. Its maximum length is 237 mm and its maximum width is 288.5 mm.
What size is the mounting hole on this front right control arm?
The mounting hole is 12.3 mm in diameter, and the arm has one. The threaded ball joint stud has a 14 mm thread diameter.
