Mevotech CMS401181 Lateral Arm - Rear Upper

Mevotech CMS401181 Rear Upper Lateral Arm

Mevotech CMS401181 is a corrosion-resistant rear upper lateral arm built for specific Ford and Mercury rear suspension applications. With a fixed 11.6 in. length and 2.85 in. width, it is a direct-fit suspension component for restoring rear axle location and alignment on the Explorer, Explorer Sport Trac, and Mountaineer.

Key Features

• Part number: CMS401181
• Rear upper lateral arm for select rear suspension applications
• 11.6 in. length for application-specific fitment
• 2.85 in. width for OE-style dimensional match
• Corrosion-resistant finish for added protection in underbody environments
• Non-adjustable design
• Compatible with 2006-2010 Ford Explorer, rear upper
• Compatible with 2007-2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, rear upper
• Compatible with 2006-2010 Mercury Mountaineer, rear upper

Detailed Description

Mevotech CMS401181 is a suspension lateral arm engineered for rear upper placement on select Ford and Mercury vehicles. The fixed-length, non-adjustable design supports proper suspension geometry where an OE-style replacement is needed, while the corrosion-resistant finish helps protect the part in exposed chassis locations. This part cross-references Dorman OE Solutions 524-743 for the same application.

For buyers searching for a rear upper lateral arm for 2006-2010 Ford Explorer, 2007-2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, or 2006-2010 Mercury Mountaineer, CMS401181 provides a direct replacement option with application-specific dimensions. The Mevotech CMS401181 part number is also useful when comparing suspension replacement options by exact fitment.

What This Part Helps Address

• Rear suspension looseness caused by a worn lateral arm
• Improper rear axle location
• Alignment issues related to rear upper suspension wear
• Clunking or shifting from deteriorated suspension linkage
• Corrosion-related replacement needs in underbody components

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear upper position before ordering, since this part is not adjustable and is built for specific vehicle applications. Confirm the vehicle year, make, and model against the fitment list for the Explorer, Explorer Sport Trac, and Mountaineer. Inspect related suspension bushings and mounting points during replacement to ensure the new arm can be installed on sound hardware and brackets.

Quality Assurance

Mevotech suspension components are built for application-specific replacement use in chassis and steering systems. CMS401181 is manufactured with a corrosion-resistant finish and OE-style dimensions for the listed Ford and Mercury rear upper applications.