Dorman 521-848 Lateral Arm - Rear Left Lower Forward or Rear Right Lower Forward

Dorman 521-848 Lateral Arm for Nissan Sentra

Dorman 521-848 is a steel lateral arm built as a direct replacement for the original suspension link on select Nissan Sentra models. It includes bushings with rubber bushing material and is engineered for rear left lower forward and rear right lower forward positions on 1986-1990 Nissan Sentra applications.

Key Features

• Steel construction for suspension service and replacement use
• Includes bushings with rubber bushing material
• Non-adjustable design for OE-style fitment
• No ball joint included or installed
• Package contents: lateral link
• Regular grade replacement part for specific rear suspension applications

Detailed Description

This Dorman lateral arm is precision-engineered and tested to replace the original equipment part on specific vehicles. It is a direct-fit suspension component for 1986-1990 Nissan Sentra rear left lower forward and rear right lower forward positions, making it a practical choice when servicing worn rear suspension linkage. The Dorman 521-848 part number is also useful when cross-referencing OE-style replacement needs for the same application.

This part cross-references Mevotech Original Grade GS30159 and Mevotech Supreme CMS30159 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Rear suspension looseness or instability
• Clunking or knocking from worn linkage bushings
• Uneven rear tire wear caused by suspension play
• Alignment issues related to worn rear control components
• Restoration of factory-style rear suspension geometry on Nissan Sentra models

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify rear left lower forward or rear right lower forward position before installation. Confirm vehicle year and application details for 1986-1990 Nissan Sentra models, and inspect adjacent suspension bushings and mounting points for wear before replacing the arm. Because this is a non-adjustable steel lateral arm with bushings included, it should be installed as a direct replacement in the correct rear suspension location. The Dorman 521-848 part number should be matched to the vehicle’s original configuration before service.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this lateral arm as a tested replacement component for specific OE applications. Its steel construction, included rubber bushings, and application-specific design support consistent fitment for the listed Nissan Sentra rear suspension positions.