How to remove and install a upper control arm on Ford F-150?

The manufacturer advises discarding removed suspension component fasteners (nuts and bolts) and replacing them with new ones. To begin, loosen the wheel lug nuts and raise the front of the vehicle, supporting it securely on jackstands. Apply the parking brake and remove the wheel. Next, remove the wheel speed sensor from the steering knuckle. Then, remove the shock absorber/coil spring. Loosen the upper balljoint nut and use a balljoint separator or puller to separate the balljoint from the steering knuckle. Take caution not to allow the steering knuckle to fall outward, as it may damage the brake hose. It is recommended to wire the steering knuckle to the coil spring to prevent this. Proceed to remove the fasteners and detach the upper control arm from the frame. Inspect the bushings for wear and deterioration, and if necessary, have new bushings installed at an automotive machine shop. Installation is the reverse of removal, ensuring all suspension fasteners are tightened. It is advisable to have the wheel alignment checked and adjusted if needed.

How to remove, inspect, and install the lower control arm on Ford Explorer Sport Trac?

Loosen the wheel lug nuts, raise the front of the vehicle, and support it securely on jackstands before removing the front wheel. If the vehicle is equipped with Automatic control (ARC), ensure the air suspension switch is turned to the OFF position before raising the vehicle to prevent damage to the system components. Remove the shock absorber and disconnect the stabilizer bar. Position the floor jack directly under the lower control arm for support during removal, then remove the torsion bar. Discard the cotter pin from the balljoint stud, loosen the castle nut on the stud, and tap the spindle sharply near the stud to relieve pressure and loosen it in the knuckle. If the stud does not come loose, a "picklefork" type of balljoint stud separator may be necessary, though it can damage the balljoint boot. Loosen the two control arm pivot bolts, remove the balljoint stud nut, separate the pivot bolts from the control arm, and remove the lower control arm, ensuring that on 4WD models, the spindle and axleshaft are supported to avoid damage. Inspect the bushings for cracks and tears; if damaged or worn, take the control arm to an automotive machine for new bushings, as this requires specialized tools. If the balljoint is worn out, the entire control arm must be replaced. Install the lower control arm pivot bolts and nuts without fully tightening them, then install the torsion bar. Use a floor jack to raise the lower control arm and guide it into position. Insert the balljoint stud into the spindle, install the castle nut, and tighten it to the specified torque, ensuring the hole in the stud aligns with the slot in the nut before installing a new cotter pin. Install the shock absorber, attach the stabilizer bar, and install the wheel. Remove the jackstands, lower the vehicle, and tighten the wheel lug nuts to the specified torque. Finally, tighten the lower control arm pivot bolt nuts to the specified torque and adjust the vehicle ride height by turning the torsion bar bolt, then have the front-end alignment checked by a dealer service department or an alignment shop.

How to remove, inspect, and install the upper control arm and balljoint as a single unit on Ford Ranger?

The upper control arm and balljoint must be replaced as a single unit. To begin removal, loosen the wheel lug nuts, raise the vehicle, support it securely on jackstands, and remove the wheel. For early 2WD models, remove the brake disc and dust shield. Place a floor jack under the lower control arm and raise it slightly, keeping the jack in position throughout the process. On 2WD models, mark the position of the cams on the upper control arm cam bolts. Before separating the upper control arm from the steering spindle/knuckle, support the spindle/knuckle to prevent tilting and protect the drive-axle assembly. Remove the pinch bolt nut and pinch bolt securing the upper balljoint stud to the spindle/steering knuckle, then use a puller to separate the upper control arm from the spindle/steering knuckle. Next, remove the upper control arm cam bolts and detach the arm from the frame. Inspect the control arm bushings for cracks and tears; if damaged or worn, take the control arm to an automotive machine shop for new bushings, as this requires specialized tools. If the balljoint is worn out, the control arm must be replaced. For installation, follow the reverse of removal, ensuring to align the marks made on the upper control arm adjustment cams on 2WD models before tightening the pivot nuts and bolts, which should not be tightened until the vehicle is on the ground. For 4WD models, replace all four alignment plates with new alignment cams and tighten the pivot nuts and bolts to the specified torque. After lowering a 2WD model to the ground, tighten the pivot nuts and bolts, starting with the forward bolt and nut, followed by the rear bolt and nut.

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Part Number: JL1Z-3085-C
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- Other Name: Arm Assembly - Front Suspension; Upper Control Arm
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaces: FL3Z-3085-B, JL1Z-3085-A, FL3Z-3085-A, JL1Z-3085-B, MCF-2325
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- Expedition | 2018-2024 | 6 Cyl 3.5 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5L GTDI | 10-Speed Automatic Transmission (10R80), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
- F-150 | 2015-2020 | 6 Cyl 2.7 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.7L, 6 Cyl 3.0 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 3.0L 4V DOHC TC DSL-LION B, 6 Cyl 3.3 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.3L Duratec, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5L Cyclone Petrol TIVCT, 6 Cyl 3.5L GTDI, 8 Cyl 5.0 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.0L Coyote, 8 Cyl 5.0L MOD DOHC SEFI NA | 10-Speed Automatic Transmission (10R80), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Part Number: 6L8Z-3079-AA
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- Other Name: Arm Assembly - Front Suspension; Lower Control Arm
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaces: 5L8Z-3079-AA
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Escape | 2005-2012 | 4 Cyl 2.3L, 4 Cyl 2.3L Hybrid Gas/Electric DOHC, 4 Cyl 2.5L Duratec (110kW/150PS), 4 Cyl 2.5L PFI Gas/Electric, 6 Cyl 3.0L DOHC EFI Modular, 6 Cyl 3.0L OHC Duratec | 4AT CD4E, 5-Speed Manual Transmission, 5-Speed Manual Transmission - AK, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F Mid-Range, CVT Auto Trans Powersplit Elec, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Right Hand Drive), Front-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Two-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Two-Wheel Drive (Right Hand Drive)
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Part Number: 6L8Z-3078-AA
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- Other Name: Arm Assembly - Front Suspension; Lower Control Arm
- Position: Passenger Side
- Replaces: 5L8Z-3078-AA
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Escape | 2005-2012 | 4 Cyl 2.3L, 4 Cyl 2.3L Hybrid Gas/Electric DOHC, 4 Cyl 2.5L Duratec (110kW/150PS), 4 Cyl 2.5L PFI Gas/Electric, 6 Cyl 3.0L DOHC EFI Modular, 6 Cyl 3.0L OHC Duratec | 4AT CD4E, 5-Speed Manual Transmission, 5-Speed Manual Transmission - AK, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F Mid-Range, CVT Auto Trans Powersplit Elec, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Right Hand Drive), Front-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Two-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Two-Wheel Drive (Right Hand Drive)
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Part Number: BB5Z-5500-A
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- Other Name: Arm Assy - Rear Suspension; Trailing Arm, Trailing Link
- Position: Rear
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Explorer | 2011-2019 | 4 Cyl 2.0L EcoBoost (240PS) , 4 Cyl 2.3L TIVCT DI TC, 6 Cyl 3.5L Cyclone Petrol TIVCT, 6 Cyl 3.5L DOHC T/C, 6 Cyl 3.7L DOHC | 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F Mid-Range, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F50, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F55, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Front-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive
- Police Interceptor Utility | 2019 | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.7 L FLEX
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- Other Name: Arm Assembly - Front Suspension; Lower Control Arm
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaces: BV6Z-3079-A, BV6Z-3079-C, BV6Z-3079-F, MCF-2321, MCF-2271, MCF-2255
Fits the following Ford Models:
- C-Max | 2013-2018 | 4 Cyl 2.0L Duratec Hybrid (130kW) | ECVT Auto Trans Power Split, Front-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Two-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
- Focus | 2012-2018 | 3 Cyl 1.0L EcoBoost 120PS/125PS/140PS, 4 Cyl 2.0L DI TIVCT Petrol, 4 Cyl 2.0L EcoBoost (240PS), Electric Motor | 1-Speed Transmission, 5-Speed Manual Transmission - MTX75, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F15, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission DPS6, 6-Speed Manual Transaxle - MMT6, 6-Speed Manual Transmission - B6, Front-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive
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Part Number: FL3Z-3085-B
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- Other Name: Arm Assy - Front Suspension
- Manufacturer Note: LH Upper
- Position: Driver Side Upper
- Replaced by: JL1Z-3085-C
Fits the following Ford Models:
- F-150 | 2015-2019 | 6 Cyl 2.7L, 6 Cyl 3.0L 4V DOHC TC DSL-LION B , 6 Cyl 3.3L Duratec, 6 Cyl 3.5L Cyclone Petrol TIVCT, 6 Cyl 3.5L GTDI, 8 Cyl 5.0L Coyote, 8 Cyl 5.0L MOD DOHC SEFI NA | 10-Speed Automatic Transmission (10R80), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Part Number: DE9Z-5A972-K
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- Other Name: Lateral Arm, Lateral Link, Link Rod
- Replaces: DE9Z-5A972-C, DE9Z-5A972-B
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- Flex | 2013-2019 | 6 Cyl 3.5L Cyclone Petrol TIVCT, 6 Cyl 3.5L DOHC T/C | 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F50, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F55, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Front-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive
- Police Interceptor Sedan | 2019 | 6 Cyl 3.5 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.7 L FLEX
- Taurus | 2013-2019 | 4 Cyl 2.0L EcoBoost (240PS) , 6 Cyl 3.5L Cyclone Petrol TIVCT, 6 Cyl 3.5L DOHC T/C, 6 Cyl 3.7L DOHC | 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F Mid-Range, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F50, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F55, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Front-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm Assy - Rear Suspension; Upper Control Arm
- Position: Rear
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Escape | 2013-2019 | 4 Cyl 1.5L EcoBoost 16V (180PS), 4 Cyl 1.6L EcoBoost SCTi -Sigma, 4 Cyl 2.0L, 4 Cyl 2.0L EcoBoost (240PS) , 4 Cyl 2.5L Duratec (110kW/150PS), 4 Cyl 2.5L Duratec FFV (125kW/170PS) | 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F Mid-Range, Four-Wheel Drive, Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Front-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Front-Wheel Drive (Right Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Two-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm Assembly - Front Suspension; Lower Control Arm, Rear Lower Control Arm
- Position: Passenger Side
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- Mustang | 2015-2023 | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.3L TIVCT DI TC, 6 Cyl 3.7L PFI NA, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0L DOHC EFI Modular, 8 Cyl 5.0L MOD DOHC SEFI NA, 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.2L | 10-Speed Automatic Transmission (10R80), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), 6-Speed Manual Transmission-3160, 6-Speed Manual Transmission-MT82, Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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- Other Name: Upper Control Arm
- Position: Driver Side
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Mustang | 2015-2025 | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.3L TIVCT DI TC, 6 Cyl 3.7L PFI NA, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0L DOHC EFI Modular, 8 Cyl 5.0L MOD DOHC SEFI NA, 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.2L | 10-Speed Automatic Transmission (10R80), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), 6-Speed Manual Transmission-3160, 6-Speed Manual Transmission-MT82, Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Part Number: GS7Z-5500-N
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: ARM ASY - REAR SUSPENSION; Lower Control Arm
- Position: Passenger Side
- Replaces: GS7Z-5500-L, GS7Z-5500-K
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Fusion | 2016-2020 | 4 Cyl 1.5 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L PLUG-IN HYBRID EV-GAS (PHEV), 4 Cyl 2.0L Duratec Hybrid (130kW), 4 Cyl 2.5 L FLEX, 4 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.5L Duratec (110kW/150PS), 4 Cyl 2.5L Duratec FFV (125kW/170PS) | 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F Mid-Range, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F55, 6-Speed Manual Transmission - B6, ECVT Auto Trans Power Split, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Front-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive
- Police Responder Hybrid | 2019-2020 | 4 Cyl 2.0 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV)
- SSV Plug-In Hybrid | 2019-2020 | 4 Cyl 2.0 L PLUG-IN HYBRID EV-GAS (PHEV)
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- Other Name: Arm Assy - Front Suspension; Lower Control Arm
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaces: 6L5Z-3079-BA
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- Explorer Sport Trac | 2001-2005 | 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission - 5R44E/5R55E, 5-Speed Manual Transmission - R1HD, Four-Wheel Drive, Left Hand Drive, Two-Wheel Drive
- Ranger | 2006-2011 | 4 Cyl 2.3L NA Petrol, 6 Cyl 3.0L OHV EFI, 6 Cyl 4.0L SOHC EFI | 5-Speed Automatic Transmission - 5R44E/5R55E, 5-Speed Manual Transmission - R1HD, 5-Speed Manual Transmission M5R1, Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Part Number: DB5Z-5A804-C
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- Other Name: Upper Control Arm
- Position: Passenger Side
- Replaces: 8A8Z-5500-B, CB5Z-5500-A
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Explorer | 2011-2012 | 4 Cyl 2.0L EcoBoost (240PS), 6 Cyl 3.5L Cyclone Petrol TIVCT | 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F Mid-Range, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F50, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F55, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Front-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive
- Flex | 2009-2012 | 6 Cyl 3.5L DOHC T/C, 6 Cyl 3.5L DOHC VCT SMPI | 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F50, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F55, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Front-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive
- Police Interceptor Sedan | 2019 | 6 Cyl 3.5 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.7 L FLEX
- Police Interceptor Utility | 2019 | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.7 L FLEX
- Taurus | 2010-2012 | 6 Cyl 3.5L DOHC T/C, 6 Cyl 3.5L DOHC VCT SMPI | 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F Mid-Range, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F50, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F55, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Front-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive
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Fits the following Ford Models:
- Explorer | 2013-2019 | 4 Cyl 2.0L EcoBoost (240PS), 6 Cyl 3.5L Cyclone Petrol TIVCT, 6 Cyl 3.5L DOHC T/C, 6 Cyl 3.7L DOHC | 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F Mid-Range, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F50, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F55, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Front-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive
- Police Interceptor Utility | 2019 | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.7 L FLEX
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Part Number: NL3Z-3085-A
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: ARM ASY - FRONT SUSPENSION; Lower Control Arm, Upper Control Arm
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaces: MCF-2540, ML3Z-3085-A, ML3Z-3085-C
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Expedition | 2025 | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
- F-150 | 2021-2025 | 6 Cyl 2.7 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.0 L DIESEL, 6 Cyl 3.3 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.5 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.2 L GAS
- F-150 Lightning | 2022-2025 | BATTERY EV (EV/BEV)
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Part Number: JL1Z-3084-B
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- Other Name: Arm Assembly - Front Suspension; Upper Control Arm
- Position: Passenger Side
- Replaces: JL1Z-3084-A
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Expedition | 2018-2024 | 6 Cyl 3.5 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5L GTDI | 10-Speed Automatic Transmission (10R80), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Part Number: GB5Z-3078-D
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- Other Name: Arm Assembly - Front Suspension; Lower Control Arm
- Position: Passenger Side
- Replaces: BB5Z-3078-B, BB5Z-3078-A, MCF-2368, MCF-2257, MCF-2350, MCF-4, GB5Z-3078-A, GB5Z-3078-C
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- Explorer | 2011-2019 | 4 Cyl 2.0L EcoBoost (240PS), 4 Cyl 2.3L TIVCT DI TC, 6 Cyl 3.5L Cyclone Petrol TIVCT, 6 Cyl 3.5L DOHC T/C, 6 Cyl 3.7L DOHC | 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F Mid-Range, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F50, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F55, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Front-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive
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Part Number: GB5Z-3079-G
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- Other Name: Arm Assy - Front Suspension; Lower Control Arm
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaces: BB5Z-3079-A, BB5Z-3079-B, GB5Z-3079-C, GB5Z-3079-F, GB5Z-3079-A, MCF-2352, MCF-2383, MCF-5, MCF-2258, MCF-2345
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- Explorer | 2011-2019 | 4 Cyl 2.0L EcoBoost (240PS), 4 Cyl 2.3L TIVCT DI TC, 6 Cyl 3.5L Cyclone Petrol TIVCT, 6 Cyl 3.5L DOHC T/C, 6 Cyl 3.7L DOHC | 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F Mid-Range, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F50, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F55, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Front-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive
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Part Number: BB5Z-3079-B
$244.08 MSRP: $392.73
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm Assy - Front Suspension
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaced by: GB5Z-3079-G
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Explorer | 2013-2015 | 4 Cyl 2.0L EcoBoost (240PS) , 4 Cyl 2.3L TIVCT DI TC, 6 Cyl 3.5L Cyclone Petrol TIVCT, 6 Cyl 3.5L DOHC T/C, 6 Cyl 3.7L DOHC | 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F Mid-Range, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F50, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F55, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Front-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive
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Part Number: BB5Z-3078-B
$261.03 MSRP: $420.00
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm Assy - Front Suspension
- Position: Passenger Side
- Replaced by: GB5Z-3078-D
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Explorer | 2013-2015 | 4 Cyl 2.0L EcoBoost (240PS) , 4 Cyl 2.3L TIVCT DI TC, 6 Cyl 3.5L Cyclone Petrol TIVCT, 6 Cyl 3.5L DOHC T/C, 6 Cyl 3.7L DOHC | 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F Mid-Range, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F50, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission 6F55, Four-Wheel Drive (Full Time) (Left Hand Drive), Front-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive

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Ford Control Arm Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Front Suspension Arm Assembly
AL3Z-3085-B
Q: How to remove and install a upper control arm on Ford F-150?
A:
The manufacturer advises discarding removed suspension component fasteners (nuts and bolts) and replacing them with new ones. To begin, loosen the wheel lug nuts and raise the front of the vehicle, supporting it securely on jackstands. Apply the parking brake and remove the wheel. Next, remove the wheel speed sensor from the steering knuckle. Then, remove the shock absorber/coil spring. Loosen the upper balljoint nut and use a balljoint separator or puller to separate the balljoint from the steering knuckle. Take caution not to allow the steering knuckle to fall outward, as it may damage the brake hose. It is recommended to wire the steering knuckle to the coil spring to prevent this. Proceed to remove the fasteners and detach the upper control arm from the frame. Inspect the bushings for wear and deterioration, and if necessary, have new bushings installed at an automotive machine shop. Installation is the reverse of removal, ensuring all suspension fasteners are tightened. It is advisable to have the wheel alignment checked and adjusted if needed.
Front Suspension Arm Assembly
6L5Z-3084-AA
Q: How to remove, inspect, and install the lower control arm on Ford Explorer Sport Trac?
A:
Loosen the wheel lug nuts, raise the front of the vehicle, and support it securely on jackstands before removing the front wheel. If the vehicle is equipped with Automatic control (ARC), ensure the air suspension switch is turned to the OFF position before raising the vehicle to prevent damage to the system components. Remove the shock absorber and disconnect the stabilizer bar. Position the floor jack directly under the lower control arm for support during removal, then remove the torsion bar. Discard the cotter pin from the balljoint stud, loosen the castle nut on the stud, and tap the spindle sharply near the stud to relieve pressure and loosen it in the knuckle. If the stud does not come loose, a "picklefork" type of balljoint stud separator may be necessary, though it can damage the balljoint boot. Loosen the two control arm pivot bolts, remove the balljoint stud nut, separate the pivot bolts from the control arm, and remove the lower control arm, ensuring that on 4WD models, the spindle and axleshaft are supported to avoid damage. Inspect the bushings for cracks and tears; if damaged or worn, take the control arm to an automotive machine for new bushings, as this requires specialized tools. If the balljoint is worn out, the entire control arm must be replaced. Install the lower control arm pivot bolts and nuts without fully tightening them, then install the torsion bar. Use a floor jack to raise the lower control arm and guide it into position. Insert the balljoint stud into the spindle, install the castle nut, and tighten it to the specified torque, ensuring the hole in the stud aligns with the slot in the nut before installing a new cotter pin. Install the shock absorber, attach the stabilizer bar, and install the wheel. Remove the jackstands, lower the vehicle, and tighten the wheel lug nuts to the specified torque. Finally, tighten the lower control arm pivot bolt nuts to the specified torque and adjust the vehicle ride height by turning the torsion bar bolt, then have the front-end alignment checked by a dealer service department or an alignment shop.
Front Suspension Arm Assembly
6L5Z-3085-AA
Q: How to remove, inspect, and install the upper control arm and balljoint as a single unit on Ford Ranger?
A:
The upper control arm and balljoint must be replaced as a single unit. To begin removal, loosen the wheel lug nuts, raise the vehicle, support it securely on jackstands, and remove the wheel. For early 2WD models, remove the brake disc and dust shield. Place a floor jack under the lower control arm and raise it slightly, keeping the jack in position throughout the process. On 2WD models, mark the position of the cams on the upper control arm cam bolts. Before separating the upper control arm from the steering spindle/knuckle, support the spindle/knuckle to prevent tilting and protect the drive-axle assembly. Remove the pinch bolt nut and pinch bolt securing the upper balljoint stud to the spindle/steering knuckle, then use a puller to separate the upper control arm from the spindle/steering knuckle. Next, remove the upper control arm cam bolts and detach the arm from the frame. Inspect the control arm bushings for cracks and tears; if damaged or worn, take the control arm to an automotive machine shop for new bushings, as this requires specialized tools. If the balljoint is worn out, the control arm must be replaced. For installation, follow the reverse of removal, ensuring to align the marks made on the upper control arm adjustment cams on 2WD models before tightening the pivot nuts and bolts, which should not be tightened until the vehicle is on the ground. For 4WD models, replace all four alignment plates with new alignment cams and tighten the pivot nuts and bolts to the specified torque. After lowering a 2WD model to the ground, tighten the pivot nuts and bolts, starting with the forward bolt and nut, followed by the rear bolt and nut.