Dorman 698-215 Steering Knuckle - Front Left
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Dorman 698-215 Steering Knuckle - Front Left

Brand Dorman 698-215
Position Front Left
Material Steel
Color Black
Instruction Manual Included No
Mounting Hardware Included No
Hub Included No
Axle Included No
Item Grade Standard replacement
Package Contents 1 steering knuckle
Fits Ford and Mercury · 6 vehicles

Standard replacement. Precision-engineered for a reliable replacement of the original steering knuckle.

Steel construction. Durable material for dependable steering support.

Rigorously tested. Built to meet demanding replacement standards.

Cross-references 2L8Z3K186BA for the same application. See all 1.

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Dorman 698-215 Steering Knuckle

Dorman 698-215 is a steel steering knuckle built as a standard replacement for the original front left knuckle on select Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner applications. It is precision-engineered and tested to support reliable steering and suspension service on the listed vehicles.

Key Features

  • Steel construction for strength in steering and suspension use
  • Black finish
  • Standard replacement grade for OE-style service
  • Fits front left position on select Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner models
  • Package contents: steering knuckle only

Detailed Description

This Dorman steering knuckle, part number 698-215, is made for 2001-2004 Ford Escape front left applications and 2005 Ford Escape front left and 2005 Mercury Mariner front left applications built to 8/02/04. It is engineered to replace the original knuckle on those vehicles and restore the correct mounting point for the wheel hub, steering linkage, and suspension components. This part cross-references OE number 2L8Z3K186BA for the same application.

Use Dorman 698-215 when servicing a Ford Escape or Mercury Mariner front left steering knuckle that has wear, damage, or corrosion. The steel design and standard replacement construction make it a direct-fit service part for the specified model years.

What This Part Helps Solve

  • Cracked or bent steering knuckle from impact damage
  • Excessive play caused by a worn knuckle mounting area
  • Corrosion on the original front left knuckle
  • Steering and suspension alignment issues related to knuckle damage
  • Replacement needs during front-end suspension repair on Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm vehicle year, make, model, and front left position before installation. This part does not include an instruction manual, mounting hardware, hub, or axle, so transfer or source the required related components as needed for the repair. Inspect adjacent steering and suspension parts, then verify alignment after installation.

Quality Assurance

Dorman states this steering knuckle is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide reliable replacement performance on the specified vehicles. Part number 698-215 is built as a standard replacement for OE-style service on the listed Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner applications.

Related reading

This part fits 6 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelPositionNotes
2005FordEscapeFront LeftTo 8/02/04
2005MercuryMarinerFront LeftTo 8/02/04
2004FordEscapeFront Left—
2003FordEscapeFront Left—
2002FordEscapeFront Left—
2001FordEscapeFront Left—
Directly replaces or cross-references 1 part number
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
2L8Z3K186BA