Dorman 14884 Suspension Control Arm Bolt - Front Lower or Front Upper

Dorman 14884 Control Arm Bolt

Dorman 14884 is a suspension control arm bolt built for repair work where the original fastener is corroded, stripped, or broken. Its hardened steel construction and OE-style fit help secure the control arm during suspension service on select Chrysler, Dodge, and Jeep applications.

Key Features

• Steel construction for secure suspension fastening
• Grade 10.9 bolt specification for demanding chassis applications
• Fine thread design with hex head drive
• Matches the fit and function of the original control arm bolt
• Designed for front lower and front upper suspension locations, depending on application
• Fits select Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Dodge Challenger, Dodge Magnum, Jeep Cherokee, and Dodge Ram 1500 applications

Detailed Description

This Dorman suspension control arm bolt is a direct replacement fastener for service on the front suspension. It is made from steel with a Grade 10.9 rating, a fine thread, and a hex head for standard installation tools. The bolt measures 4.4 inches in length with a 0.54-inch thread diameter and 2.34-inch thread length, and it is engineered to match the original bolt’s fit and function for a secure control arm installation. Dorman 14884 is a practical choice when replacing damaged hardware on Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, Dodge Challenger, and Jeep Cherokee front lower cradle mounts, as well as Dodge Ram 1500 front upper frame mounts. This part cross-references 6502502 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Corroded control arm bolt threads
• Stripped fastener heads during suspension removal
• Broken hardware at the control arm mounting point
• Loose or compromised control arm attachment during repair
• Service delays caused by unusable original suspension bolts

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify the mounting location before installation: front lower to cradle, front lower to clevis to control arm, or front upper to frame, depending on vehicle.
• Confirm thread type, diameter, and length against the removed fastener before assembly.
• Use the correct hex tool and follow factory torque specifications for the vehicle.
• Inspect the control arm, cradle, frame bracket, and surrounding hardware for wear or damage before reassembly.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this replacement bolt to match the original fit and function for the listed applications. The hardened steel construction supports secure suspension hardware installation in routine repair and maintenance work.