Dorman 14974 Suspension Control Arm Bolt - Front Upper

Dorman 14974 Control Arm Bolt for Ram and Dodge

Dorman 14974 is a suspension control arm bolt built for secure control arm attachment where the original fastener is corroded, stripped, or broken. Its hardened steel construction and fine-thread design help restore proper fit and function on select Ram 2500, Ram 3500, Dodge Ram 2500, and Dodge Ram 3500 front upper frame applications.

Key Features

• Direct replacement suspension control arm bolt for select Ram and Dodge trucks
• Steel construction with 10.9 bolt grade for secure fastening strength
• Fine thread design for OE-style fitment
• Hex head drive for standard service tool engagement
• Matches original fit and function for front upper control arm-to-frame mounting
• Cross-references Mopar 6508398AA for the same application

Detailed Description

This Dorman suspension control arm bolt is engineered for front upper control arm-to-frame service on 2004-2010 Dodge Ram 2500 and Dodge Ram 3500, plus 2011-2013 Ram 2500 and 2011-2012 Ram 3500 applications. If you are replacing damaged suspension hardware on a Ram 2500 front upper control arm or servicing a Dodge Ram 3500 front upper frame mount, Dorman 14974 provides the correct style of replacement fastener to help complete the repair with confidence. The hardened steel body, fine threads, and OE-style dimensions support a secure installation where suspension alignment and clamping force matter.

What It Helps Fix

• Corroded control arm bolt threads
• Stripped fastener heads during suspension disassembly
• Broken or seized front upper control arm hardware
• Improper clamping at the control arm-to-frame connection
• Delayed suspension repair due to missing OE-style fasteners

Installation Notes and Tips

Use the correct service procedure for the vehicle and suspension layout before removing or installing the front upper control arm bolt. Inspect the control arm, frame bracket, and mating hardware for wear or damage before assembly. Verify thread engagement and torque specifications against the vehicle service information for the exact Ram 2500, Ram 3500, Dodge Ram 2500, or Dodge Ram 3500 application.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs replacement hardware to match original fit and function, and this bolt is built from hardened steel with a 10.9 grade specification for dependable suspension fastening. Part number 14974 is intended as an OE-style replacement for the listed front upper applications.