2017 Ford Explorer Lateral Arms

This lateral arm is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide reliable replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles.

Product Features:

• Direct replacement – fits and performs like the original equipment on specific vehicles
• Reliable fit – precision-engineered to match the design and dimensions of original components
• Durable construction – manufactured to strict standards using sturdy, safe materials
• Rigorously tested – thorough quality control measures ensure longevity

The factory rear suspension toe link on certain Ford Explorers and Police Interceptor utility vehicles can fail when the weld connecting the threaded shaft to the bushing housing fractures. A fracture of a rear toe link significantly diminishes steering control, increasing the risk of a crash. This Dorman OE FIX rear toe link has been designed as an alternative and potentially more permanent suspension repair that could reduce long-term repair costs and offer more predictable vehicle handling. This toe link includes features intended to address potential failure points in the original equipment design. Our design reduces the possibility of toe link fracture by replacing the original link’s 14mm diameter threaded shaft and weld point with a solid, one-piece steel casting that integrates an 18mm shaft with the bushing housing. To help improve suspension load distribution, this design also features a larger, 20mm weld at the bracket end of the toe link, instead of the 14mm weld on the factory design.

Product Features:

• Suspension Lateral Arm
• Suspension Lateral Arm
• Smart fix – this toe link is designed to reduce the possibility of a weld fracture that can significantly diminish steering control, and to improve suspension load distribution on specified SUVs
• Sturdy design – features a solid 1-piece casting in place of the factory design’s welded connection to the link bushing housing, and a thicker weld at the link bracket end

CARQUEST Premium Control Arms are engineered and benchmarked to Original Equipment (OE) performance standards. Consistent manufacturing and rigorous quality testing ensure a trouble-free installation and long service life. Each part number in the Carquest Premium Control Arm line is designed and built to deliver the quality that professionals demand.

Product Features:

• Application specific, direct fitment for trouble-free installation. Engineered OE Form, Fit, and Function.
• Corrosion-resistant electro-coating on steel control arms to reduce rust and extend service life.
• Pre-installed bushings (when applicable) for easy installation