Dorman 700-117 Engine Splash Shield Nut

Dorman 700-117 Engine Splash Shield Nut

Dorman 700-117 is a standard replacement clip/spring nut for securing engine splash shields and radiator support splash shield components. Built from steel with a natural silver finish, it uses a medium thread type, right-hand thread direction, and an open-end rectangular design for common automotive fastening applications.

Key Features

• Steel construction for body and underhood fastening applications
• Rectangular clip/spring nut design for panel retention
• Medium thread type with clockwise, right-hand thread direction
• Natural silver finish
• Standard replacement grade for OE-style service work
• Compatible with a 0.272 in. callout size and 0.29 in. inside diameter
• Open-end design for straightforward panel engagement

Product Details

This Dorman clip/spring nut is used where a splash shield or support panel needs a threaded retention point on body hardware. The steel body and rectangular shape help it seat against the panel while the medium thread profile supports common fastener sizes used in automotive body and radiator support assemblies. Dorman 700-117 is a practical replacement for service work on Ford Explorer, Ford Flex, Ford Taurus, Lincoln MKT, Lincoln MKS, Lincoln MKX, Ford Edge, Ford F-150, and Lincoln Mark LT applications that call for this style of engine splash shield nut. This part cross-references Ford OE numbers W715686S439 and W716006S439 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Loose or missing splash shield retention points
• Damaged threaded clips at the radiator support
• Fasteners that no longer hold body panels securely
• Corrosion-related replacement of original clip nuts
• Service repairs on underbody or front-end shield mounting points

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify thread size, panel thickness, and mounting location before installation. Match the clip orientation to the panel edge and confirm the nut seats fully before tightening the fastener. For fitment-specific service, use the vehicle application data for 2011-2019 Ford Explorer, 2011-2019 Ford Flex, 2013-2019 Ford Taurus, 2013-2019 Lincoln MKT, 2013-2016 Lincoln MKS, 2012-2015 Lincoln MKX, 2012-2014 Ford Edge, 2011-2014 Ford F-150, and 2011-2014 Lincoln Mark LT.

Quality Assurance

Dorman supplies a broad range of clip and spring nuts for automotive body hardware applications, with coverage across multiple screw sizes, throat depths, and panel ranges. Dorman 700-117 is a standard replacement part built for direct service use in the listed Ford and Lincoln applications.