Dorman 526-170 Suspension Control Arm - Rear Right Lower

Dorman 526-170 Rear Right Lower Control Arm

Dorman 526-170 is a suspension control arm engineered as a standard replacement for the original equipment part on select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury SUVs. It is built from steel with a boxed, bent design and powder-coated finish for a direct-fit repair on the rear right lower suspension position.

Key Features

• Fits 2002-2005 Ford Explorer, rear right lower
• Fits 2003-2005 Lincoln Aviator, rear right lower
• Fits 2002-2005 Mercury Mountaineer, rear right lower
• Steel control arm with boxed construction
• Powder-coated finish for added surface protection
• Rubber bushings included
• Standard replacement design for OE-style service
• Part number 526-170 for catalog and fitment lookup

Detailed Description

This Dorman suspension control arm is precision-engineered and tested to replace the original equipment arm on the specified applications. It uses a boxed steel construction with a bent shape, black finish, and rubber bushings to restore rear suspension geometry on the Ford Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, and Mercury Mountaineer. The design is not adjustable, is not pre-greased, and does not include a ball joint or grease fitting. Part number 526-170 is a direct reference for the rear right lower position on these vehicles.

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

What It Helps Repair

• Rear suspension looseness or instability
• Excessive play from worn control arm bushings
• Uneven tire wear caused by suspension misalignment
• Noises from the rear lower suspension area
• Handling issues related to worn OE control arm components

Installation Notes and Tips

Install this control arm in the rear right lower position only on the listed applications. Verify bushing orientation and mounting points before tightening fasteners, and perform a wheel alignment after installation. Because mounting hardware is not included, reuse or source the correct hardware as needed for the vehicle.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this control arm as a standard replacement part and subjects it to engineering review and testing to support reliable OE-style service on the listed Ford Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, and Mercury Mountaineer applications.