{"product_id":"suspensia-x15la0431-suspension-control-arm-rear-upper-forward","title":"Suspensia X15LA0431 Suspension Control Arm - Rear Upper Forward","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRear Upper Forward Control Arm for Ford Explorer\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuspensia X15LA0431 is a rear upper forward suspension control arm for select Ford Explorer models. It is built from forged steel with rubber bushings and a press-in attachment design for OE-style service replacement on the rear suspension.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForged steel construction for strength and durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber bushings included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress-in attachment type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack bushing color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLock nut included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect OE fit and OE look\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number: X15LA0431\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuspensia X15LA0431 is a suspension control arm engineered for the rear upper forward position on 2011-2019 Ford Explorer models. This component uses forged steel construction and rubber bushings to replace worn suspension hardware with a direct-fit part that matches OE dimensions and appearance. Suspensia manufactures chassis parts in an automated OE production facility in Turkiye, and its manufacturing systems are certified to IATF 16949:2016, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, and ISO 50001:2018 standards. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products RK643459 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from the rear suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive play from worn control arm bushings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven rear suspension geometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering or handling looseness related to rear suspension wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspection failure caused by damaged suspension components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 2011-2019 Ford Explorer, rear upper forward. Verify the rear upper forward position before installation and inspect adjacent suspension hardware for wear. This control arm includes bushings and a lock nut, but it does not include a ball joint, grease fitting, dust boot, cotter pin, or castle nut. Professional installation and a post-repair alignment check are recommended after suspension service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuspensia positions this chassis part as an OE-style replacement built to direct-fit specifications. The brand’s manufacturing operation is certified to multiple international quality, environmental, safety, and energy management standards, supporting consistent production control for the X15LA0431 control arm.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Suspensia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52420807229621,"sku":"HDHN-X15LA0431","price":49.63,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/IZ_X15LA0431_Fro.jpg?v=1777816330","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/suspensia-x15la0431-suspension-control-arm-rear-upper-forward","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}