Dorman 520-247 Suspension Control Arm and Ball Joint Assembly - Front Left Lower

Dorman 520-247 Front Left Lower Control Arm

Dorman 520-247 is a direct replacement suspension control arm and ball joint assembly for specific Ford Taurus, Ford Sable, and Mercury Sable applications. It is built for the front left lower position and follows OE-style dimensions and mounting points for predictable handling and a stable ride.

Key Features

• Direct replacement for the original equipment control arm and ball joint assembly
• Fits front left lower suspension applications on select Ford Taurus, Ford Sable, and Mercury Sable models
• Pre-greased assembly with the ball joint installed
• Press-in ball joint with pinch-style stud design
• Iron control arm construction with rubber bushings
• Mounting hardware included
• Black finish for a factory-style appearance

Detailed Description

This Dorman suspension control arm and ball joint assembly is engineered for select 1986-1995 Ford Taurus, 1986-1995 Mercury Sable, and 1994-1995 Ford Sable front left lower applications without the police package. The Dorman 520-247 uses a casting/forged iron control arm, pre-installed ball joint, and included bushings to restore proper suspension geometry and steering response. It is a regular-grade replacement built to match the original equipment layout for consistent directional stability and smooth road feel.

This part cross-references Mevotech Original Grade GK8427 and Mevotech Supreme CMK8427 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Clunking or looseness from a worn lower control arm assembly
• Uneven tire wear caused by suspension geometry issues
• Steering wander or reduced directional stability
• Excess play from a worn or damaged ball joint
• Ride quality changes from deteriorated bushings

Installation Notes and Tips

Install this assembly in the front left lower position only on the listed Ford Taurus, Ford Sable, and Mercury Sable applications. Verify vehicle configuration before ordering, since this part does not fit police package models. Because the ball joint is already installed and the assembly is pre-greased, installation focuses on proper alignment of the mounting points and torqueing fasteners to vehicle specifications after installation.

Quality Assurance

Dorman subjects this control arm and ball joint assembly to an industry-leading evaluation process to help deliver OE-style fit and consistent suspension performance. The result is a replacement built for dependable ride control, directional stability, and predictable dynamics on the specified applications.