Dorman 42631 Windshield Wiper Arm - Front

Dorman 42631 Front Wiper Arm

This Dorman windshield wiper arm is a direct-fit replacement for specified Ford trucks and SUVs. Built from steel with a black finish, it is shaped to match the original arm’s fit and function for dependable windshield wiping performance.

Key Features

• Steel construction for strength and durability
• Black finish for an OE-style appearance
• Specific-fit design for the listed Ford applications
• Hook-style wiper end for J-hook blade attachment
• Spine / flange nut attachment method for secure mounting
• Replacement part number 42631 for front wiper arm service

Detailed Description

Dorman 42631 is a front windshield wiper arm engineered to match the original arm on select Ford F-150, Ford F-250, Ford F-250 HD, Ford F-350, and Ford Bronco models. It is designed for vehicles that use a hook-style wiper connection and a spine / flange nut attachment, making it a practical OE-style replacement when the original arm is bent, worn, or no longer holding proper blade contact. This part cross-references Ford F1TZ17526AA for the same application.

Compatible With 1991-1996 Ford F-150, front; 1991-1996 Ford F-250, front; 1991-1997 Ford F-350, front; 1991-1996 Ford Bronco, front; 1997 Ford F-250 HD, front; and 1998 Ford F-250, front, over 8,500 lb. GVW, J-hook style. If you are searching for a front wiper arm for a 1991-1996 Ford F-150 or a replacement wiper arm for a 1991-1997 Ford F-350, Dorman 42631 is built for those exact applications.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Wiper arm that no longer maintains consistent blade pressure on the windshield
• Corrosion or wear on the original steel arm
• Loose or damaged mounting at the spine / flange nut connection
• Poor blade engagement with a J-hook style wiper blade
• Reduced wiping performance caused by a bent or fatigued arm

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s front wiper arm style before ordering, since this part is specific to the listed Ford applications. Confirm the hook-style blade connection and the spine / flange nut mounting point match the original equipment on your truck or SUV. Transfer the wiper blade to the new arm only after confirming proper orientation and sweep position.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs this wiper arm to match the fit and function of the original part on the specified vehicles. The steel construction and application-specific design support reliable front windshield wiping performance on compatible Ford models.