Dorman 522-685 Suspension Control Arm - Rear Left Upper or Rear Right Upper

Dorman 522-685 Rear Upper Control Arm

Dorman 522-685 is a steel suspension control arm built for rear upper suspension service on select Honda CR-V models. It is precision-engineered and tested for direct replacement use on the original equipment application, with fitment for the rear left upper and rear right upper positions.

Key Features

• Steel tubular construction with a coated black finish
• Rear upper control arm for Honda CR-V suspension repair
• Welded ball joint mounting type with threaded stud type
• Rubber bushing material with black bushing color
• No ball joint, bushings, grease fitting, or mounting hardware included
• Non-adjustable design for OE-style replacement fitment

Detailed Description

This Dorman suspension control arm is made for 2007-2016 Honda CR-V rear upper applications, including rear left upper and rear right upper positions. The tubular steel body and coated finish provide a durable replacement structure, while the welded ball joint mounting and rubber bushing interface match the needs of the original suspension layout. Part number 522-685 cross-references MOOG Chassis Products RK100046 for the same application.

Use Dorman 522-685 when servicing rear suspension geometry on a Honda CR-V and restoring the control arm connection point at the rear upper location. It is a direct-fit replacement for vehicles that require a non-adjustable rear upper arm with OE-style dimensions and bushing placement.

What It Helps Fix

• Rear suspension looseness or instability on Honda CR-V models
• Excessive play from a worn upper control arm assembly
• Camber-related rear alignment concerns on the rear upper suspension
• Noisy or deteriorated rubber bushing contact points
• Corrosion or fatigue in the original steel control arm

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 2007-2016 Honda CR-V, rear left upper. Fits 2007-2016 Honda CR-V, rear right upper. Verify the rear upper position before installation and confirm alignment settings after replacement, especially on vehicles noted for camber adjustment from -2.00 degrees to +4.00 degrees. Because bushings, ball joint, and mounting hardware are not included, reuse or source the required related components as needed for the repair.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this control arm as a tested replacement part for specific vehicle applications. Part number 522-685 is built to match the original equipment fit and function requirements for the listed Honda CR-V rear upper positions.