Dorman 75451 Door Lock Rod Clip

Dorman 75451 Door Lock Rod Clip

Dorman 75451 is a specific-fit door lock rod clip made from metal and plastic with a yellow finish. It matches the fit and function of the original clip on listed Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles, helping restore secure door lock rod retention at the latch or lock cylinder.

• Specific-fit replacement for selected door lock rod applications
• Metal and plastic construction for dependable retention
• Yellow color for OE-style identification on many applications
• 0.25 in hole diameter
• Direct replacement for door lock knob rod, door latch rod, and door latch lock cylinder rod applications on listed vehicles

OE-Style Replacement Fit

This Dorman door lock rod clip is built to match the original part’s fit and function, making it a practical replacement when a worn or broken clip no longer holds the rod securely. It is used across a wide range of Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury applications, including Ford E-350 Super Duty, Ford Explorer, and Ford Taurus models, along with many E-Series van and truck configurations. Part number 75451 is also referenced by 754512 and E6AZ5421952 for the same application.

Common Problems It Can Help Solve

• Loose door lock rods that do not stay attached to the latch or lock cylinder
• Broken or missing clip retention at the door lock linkage
• Intermittent door lock operation caused by rod movement
• Difficulty restoring proper lock knob or latch rod engagement after repair
• Fitment issues when replacing a damaged OE-style yellow clip

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and door position before ordering. This part is listed for front left, front right, rear left, rear right, front left outer, front right outer, liftgate, and N/A applications depending on the vehicle. Compare the original clip shape, rod style, and hole diameter to confirm the correct match for your repair.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs this clip to match original part fit and function on specified vehicles and manufactures it from quality materials for reliable performance. Part number 75451 is a direct replacement solution for restoring door lock linkage retention on the listed applications.