How to service and repair the idler arm on Ford Crown Victoria?

Service and repair procedures for idler arms must start with properly raising and supporting the vehicle. Start the service by removing both the nut and the cotter pin. The first step requires removal of the steering sector shaft arm drag link by taking off the nut followed by the washer. The complete removal of the steering idler arm and bracket is possible by disassembling its bolted components with washers and nuts.

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Ford Idler Arm, Front Part Number: F85Z-3350-BA
$102.10 MSRP: $138.94
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm And Bracket Assembly; Steering Idler Arm, Front; Pitman Arm; Steering Idler Arm
- Manufacturer Note: 87mm between holes, center-to-center
- Position: Front
- Replaces: F75Z-3350-BB
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Expedition | 1997-2002 | Eddie Bauer, XLT | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS
- F-150 | 1997-2004 | Base, FX4, Harley-Davidson Edition, King Ranch, Lariat, Lightning, STX, XL, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L BI-FUEL, 8 Cyl 5.4 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS
- F-150 Heritage | 2004 | SVT Lightning, XL, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L BI-FUEL, 8 Cyl 5.4 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS
- F-250 | 1997-1999 | Base, Lariat, XL, XLT | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L BI-FUEL, 8 Cyl 5.4 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS
- F-250 Super Duty | 1999 | Lariat, XL, XLT | 10 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 7.3 L DIESEL
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Ford Idler Arm Part Number: PC3Z-3350-A
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm And Bracket Assembly
Fits the following Ford Models:
- F-250 Super Duty | 2023-2024 | XL | 8 Cyl 6.7 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 6.8 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 7.3 L GAS
- F-350 Super Duty | 2023-2024 | Lariat, XL, XLT | 8 Cyl 6.7 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 7.3 L GAS
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Ford Idler Arm, Front Part Number: 1L3Z-3350-AB
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm And Bracket Assembly; Steering Idler Arm, Front; Pitman Arm; Steering Idler Arm
- Position: Front
- Replaces: 1L3Z-3350-AA
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Expedition | 1997-2002 | Eddie Bauer, XLT | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS
- F-150 | 1997-2003 | Base, Harley-Davidson Edition, King Ranch, Lariat, Lightning, XL, XLT | 6 Cyl 4.2 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L BI-FUEL, 8 Cyl 5.4 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS
- F-250 | 1997-1999 | Base, Lariat, XL, XLT | 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L BI-FUEL, 8 Cyl 5.4 L CNG, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS
- F-250 HD | 1997 | XL, XLT | 8 Cyl 5.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 7.3 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.5 L GAS
- F-250 Super Duty | 1999 | Lariat, XL, XLT | 10 Cyl 6.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.4 L GAS, 8 Cyl 7.3 L DIESEL
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Ford Idler Arm Part Number: 1W1Z-3355-AA
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm And Bracket Assembly; Steering Idler Arm; Pitman Arm; Idler Arm Assembly
- Replaces: E9AZ-3355-A
Fits the following Ford Models:
- Country Squire | 1987-1991 | Base, LX | 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS
- Crown Victoria | 1992-2002 | Base, LWB, LX, Police Interceptor, S, Touring Sedan | 8 Cyl 4.6 L CNG, 8 Cyl 4.6 L GAS
- LTD | 1984-1986 | Base, Brougham, Country Squire, Country Squire LX, Crown Victoria, Crown Victoria LX, LX Brougham | 4 Cyl 2.3 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.3 L LPG, 6 Cyl 3.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.8 L GAS
- LTD Crown Victoria | 1987-1991 | Base, LX, S | 8 Cyl 5.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.8 L GAS
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Ford Idler Arm Part Number: HC3Z-3350-A
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Multiple Supercessions; Steering Idler Arm; Pitman Arm; Center Link Bracket; Arm And Bracket Assembly
- Replaces: BC3Z-3A034-A
Fits the following Ford Models:
- F-250 Super Duty | 2011-2022 | King Ranch, Lariat, Limited, Platinum, XL, XLT | 8 Cyl 6.2 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.7 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.3 L GAS
- F-350 Super Duty | 2011-2022 | King Ranch, Lariat, Limited, Platinum, XL, XLT | 8 Cyl 6.2 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.7 L DIESEL, 8 Cyl 7.3 L GAS

Ford Idler Arm

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Ford Idler Arm continues to steer straight and shake off potholes and time. Ford expanded the 1903 start-up of Henry to become a household name around the world due to the utilization of the moving assembly line, which cut down on the build time and made reliable cars available to average-earning drivers. EcoBoost engines are bigger than their size, offering Ford drivers good power, but no gas-guzzling cost. SYNC allows voices to select songs or routes and Co-Pilot360 interferes with sudden braking and lane nudges, emphasizing how much Ford believes in stress-free control. Battery trucks such as the F-150 Lightning are released with no tailpipe emissions showing that Ford is capable of combining centuries-old manufacturing power with new electric brains. The Idler Arm connects this steering center link with the passenger-side frame bracket, but is at the same height as the Pitman arm, keeping the rack level and ensuring that all wheel inputs are translated correctly to the road. The Idler Arm in its heavy housing rotates on a greased stud which does not allow play, resists rust, and remains in position as it endures endless twists of the parking lot. Frequent injections of grease make the Idler Arm silent and smooth and prolong the service life considerably beyond those of the daily grinding of the curbs, trailers, and winter salts. The Idler Arm becomes noticeable when it is absent since worn joints wander, vibrate, and correct knuckles white which disappear when the new piece of the joint is firmly clamped.

Ford Idler Arm Parts and Q&A

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Q: How to service and repair the idler arm on Ford Crown Victoria?
A:
Service and repair procedures for idler arms must start with properly raising and supporting the vehicle. Start the service by removing both the nut and the cotter pin. The first step requires removal of the steering sector shaft arm drag link by taking off the nut followed by the washer. The complete removal of the steering idler arm and bracket is possible by disassembling its bolted components with washers and nuts.