Dorman 924-512 Spare Tire Hoist

Spare Tire Hoist for Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner

This Dorman spare tire hoist is a direct replacement for rusted or corroded factory hoists on select Ford and Mercury vehicles. It is engineered to match the original design and features a protective coating to help resist future rust and corrosion.

Key Features

• Specific-fit replacement for select Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner applications
• Matches the original hoist design for proper spare tire retention
• Coated to help reduce future rust and corrosion
• Black bracket finish
• Steel and plastic bracket construction
• Part number 924-512

Detailed Description

Dorman 924-512 is a spare tire hoist built for specific vehicle applications where the original hoist has failed from rust, corrosion, or age-related wear. It is compatible with 2005-2012 Ford Escape and 2005-2011 Mercury Mariner models, making it a direct-fit solution for owners searching for a replacement spare tire hoist for Ford Escape or Mercury Mariner vehicles. The design follows the original equipment layout so the spare tire can be secured in the intended underbody location.

This part cross-references Ford/Motorcraft 9L8Z1A131A and SK924512 for the same application. The Dorman 924-512 part number is also useful when comparing replacement options for a spare tire hoist on these vehicles.

Common Problems This Part Can Help Solve

• Rusted or seized spare tire hoist mechanism
• Corroded underbody spare tire support components
• Difficulty lowering or raising the spare tire
• Damaged factory hoist from road salt and moisture exposure
• Spare tire retention issues caused by worn original hardware

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify vehicle year and model before ordering. This is a specific-fit replacement, not a universal hoist. Inspect the surrounding mounting area for corrosion or damage before installation, and confirm the spare tire lowers and raises smoothly after the new hoist is in place. For fitment searches, this part is listed for 2005-2012 Ford Escape and 2005-2011 Mercury Mariner applications.

Quality Assurance

Dorman replacement parts are engineered to match original design requirements for the listed applications. The protective coating is intended to help resist future rust and corrosion in normal service conditions.