Dorman 524-397 Suspension Control Arm And Ball Joint Assembly

Dorman 524-397 Suspension Control Arm And Ball Joint Assembly

Features:

Cost-effective – replacing the factory-style control arms can increase uptime and decrease maintenance costs for fleet vehicles; for optimal performance, replacing both control arms is recommended
Position-specific – this control arm is engineered exclusively to replace a failed front left lower rearward arm on specified RWD Chrysler and Dodge vehicles without high-performance suspensions
Simple installation – professional technicians and experienced DIYers can install this assembly without any special tools, with no shop press needed
Trustworthy replacement – this control arm and ball joint assembly directly replaces the original assembly on specific vehicle applications

When the original equipment front left lower rearward control arm and ball joint assembly fails on certain Chrysler and Dodge vehicles, the bushings are often the reason. The factory bushings are undersized for certain applications and made from rubber that prematurely weakens and breaks down. Replacing that failed assembly with another OE or aftermarket product that lacks a more durable bushing can lead to similar future failures and potential driveabilty issues. The costs of those repetitive repairs and chronic downtime can add up in a hurry, particularly for vehicles used by car service, limousine and law enforcement fleets. This Dorman OE FIX control arm and ball joint assembly features an oversized, heavy-duty two-piece bushing that distributes the suspension load over a greater area and is manufactured from denser, more durable rubber, eliminating the primary reason for control arm failure. This upgraded assembly has been engineered and tested to help ensure a seamless, predictable installation on specified vehicles. For optimal performance and service life, both assemblies should be replaced.

Attributes:

Control Arm Type	Casting/Forged
Greaseable	No
Grade Type	Standard Replacement
Material	Steel
662	15.1 MM
9532	264.3 MM
4890	23 MM
4887	78 MM
Bushing Inside Diameter	16 MM
Length	338.3 MM
Bushing Inside Diameter	14.3 MM
Bushing Length	78 MM
Thread Diameter	14 mm MM
Thread Pitch	1.5 mm MM
Bushing Length	50 MM
Mounting Hole Diameter	16 MM
Mounting Hole Diameter	14.3 MM
Bushings Included	Yes
Suspension Grade Type	Standard Replacement
Package Contents	1 Nut
Package Contents	1 Ball Joint
Package Contents	1 Control Arm
Ball Joint Installed	Yes
Attachments Included	Yes
6529	Power
4241	Yes
2827	No
2386	Casting/Forged
2334	No
Length	338.3 MM
1260	Yes
Thread Size	14 mm MM
End 1 Thread Size	14 mm MM
End 2 Thread Pitch	1.5 mm MM
End 2 Thread Diameter	14 mm MM
Ball Joint Thread Diameter	14 mm MM
Ball Joint Included	Yes
Ball Joint Stud Type	Threaded
Thread Direction	Clockwise (Right)
Mounting Hardware Included	Yes
Adjustable	No
Bushing Type	Rubber
Attachment Type	Press In
Dust Boot Included	Yes
Bushing Colour	Black
Finish	Painted
Mounting Hole Quantity	2
Grease Fitting Included	No
Pre-greased	Yes
Bearing Material	Polymer
Boot Colour	Black
Finish	Black

Vehicle Applications:

Make	Model	Position	Years	Notes
Chrysler	300	Front Lower Rearward	2005 to 2010	Improved Design
Dodge	Challenger	Front Lower Rearward	2008 to 2010	Improved Design
Dodge	Charger	Front Lower Rearward	2006 to 2010	Improved Design
Dodge	Magnum	Front Lower Rearward	2005 to 2008	Improved Design