Beck Arnley 103-0518 Axle Nut - Front or Rear
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Beck Arnley 103-0518 Axle Nut - Front or Rear

Brand Beck Arnley 103-0518
Position Front and Rear
Fits Ford, Mazda, and Mercury · 89 vehicles

OE-spec fit. Meets foreign nameplate OE requirements for form, fit, and function.

Axle nut hardware for driveline and axle applications.

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Axle Nut for Select Ford, Mercury, and Mazda Applications

Beck Arnley 103-0518 is an axle nut for select front and rear driveline applications on Ford, Mercury, and Mazda vehicles. It is built to meet foreign nameplate OE specifications for form, fit, and function, giving you a direct replacement option for service work on older Tempo, Escort, Capri, and related models.

Key Features

  • Axle nut for driveline and axle service
  • OE-style fitment for foreign nameplate applications
  • Designed around factory form, fit, and function requirements
  • Fits front and rear positions on listed vehicles
  • Beck Arnley part number 103-0518

Detailed Description

Beck Arnley 103-0518 is a replacement axle nut for a wide range of older compact and midsize vehicles, including Ford Fiesta, Ford Escort, Ford Tempo, Mercury Lynx, Mercury Capri, and Mazda 323 and 626 applications. The listed note for these applications is M20 x 1.5mm, which helps confirm the correct thread specification during axle and hub service. This part number, 103-0518, is intended for repair jobs where the original axle nut must be replaced to restore proper fastening at the wheel hub assembly.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

  • Stripped or damaged axle nut threads
  • Improper axle retention at the hub
  • Service issues after axle, hub, or bearing work
  • Incorrect thread size during driveline repair
  • Replacement needs on Ford Escort, Ford Tempo, and Mazda 323 applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the thread specification before installation and match the listed M20 x 1.5mm note to the vehicle application. Confirm front or rear position against the vehicle service information, and inspect the axle shaft threads and hub components for wear before tightening. Always follow the manufacturer’s torque procedure for the specific vehicle.

Quality Assurance

Beck Arnley sources parts to meet foreign nameplate OE specifications for form, fit, and function. Its product specialists work with global sourcing partners to help ensure the correct replacement part is selected for the application.

This part fits 89 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelDrive TypeLitersCylindersPositionNotes
1994FordTempo———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1994FordTempo———RearM20 x 1.5mm
1994MercuryCapri———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1994MercuryCapri———RearM20 x 1.5mm
1993FordTempo———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1993FordTempo———RearM20 x 1.5mm
1993MercuryCapri———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1993MercuryCapri———RearM20 x 1.5mm
1992FordTempo———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1992FordTempo———RearM20 x 1.5mm
1992MercuryCapri———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1992MercuryCapri———RearM20 x 1.5mm
1991FordFestiva———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1991FordTempo———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1991FordTempo———RearM20 x 1.5mm
1991MercuryCapri———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1991MercuryCapri———RearM20 x 1.5mm
1990FordEscort———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1990FordEscort———RearM20 x 1.5mm
1990FordFestiva———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1990FordTempo———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1990FordTempo———RearM20 x 1.5mm
1989FordEscort———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1989FordEscort———RearM20 x 1.5mm
1989FordFestiva———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1989FordTempo———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1989FordTempo———RearM20 x 1.5mm
1989Mazda323———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1989Mazda323AWD1.6LL4RearM20 x 1.5mm
1989MercuryTracer———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1988FordEscort———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1988FordEscort———RearM20 x 1.5mm
1988FordFestiva———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1988FordTempo———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1988FordTempo———RearM20 x 1.5mm
1988Mazda323———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1988Mazda323AWD1.6LL4RearM20 x 1.5mm
1988MercuryTracer———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1987FordEscort———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1987FordEscort———RearM20 x 1.5mm
1987FordTempo———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1987FordTempo———RearM20 x 1.5mm
1987Mazda323———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1987Mazda626———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1987MercuryLynx———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1987MercuryLynx———RearM20 x 1.5mm
1987MercuryTracer———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1986FordEscort———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1986FordEscort———RearM20 x 1.5mm
1986FordTempo———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1986FordTempo———RearM20 x 1.5mm
1986Mazda323———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1986Mazda626———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1986MercuryLynx———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1986MercuryLynx———RearM20 x 1.5mm
1985FordEscort———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1985FordEscort———RearM20 x 1.5mm
1985FordTempo———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1985FordTempo———RearM20 x 1.5mm
1985Mazda626———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1985MercuryLynx———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1985MercuryLynx———RearM20 x 1.5mm
1984FordEscort———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1984FordEscort———RearM20 x 1.5mm
1984FordTempo———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1984FordTempo———RearM20 x 1.5mm
1984Mazda626———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1984MercuryLynx———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1984MercuryLynx———RearM20 x 1.5mm
1983FordEscort———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1983FordEscort———RearM20 x 1.5mm
1983Mazda626———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1983MercuryLN7———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1983MercuryLN7———RearM20 x 1.5mm
1983MercuryLynx———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1983MercuryLynx———RearM20 x 1.5mm
1982FordEscort———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1982FordEscort———RearM20 x 1.5mm
1982MercuryLN7———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1982MercuryLN7———RearM20 x 1.5mm
1982MercuryLynx———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1982MercuryLynx———RearM20 x 1.5mm
1981FordEscort———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1981FordEscort———RearM20 x 1.5mm
1981MercuryLynx———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1981MercuryLynx———RearM20 x 1.5mm
1980FordFiesta———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1979FordFiesta———FrontM20 x 1.5mm
1978FordFiesta———FrontM20 x 1.5mm