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Dorman 522-822 Lateral Arm and Ball Joint Assembly - Rear Lower Forward
| Brand | Dorman 522-822 |
|---|---|
| Position | Rear Lower Forward |
| Attachment Type | Pressed |
| Ball Joint Included | Yes |
| Ball Joint Installed | Yes |
| Ball Joint Stud Type | Threaded |
| Bushing Material | Rubber |
| Bushings Included | Yes |
| Control Arm Type | Casting/Forged |
| Grade Type | Regular |
| Greaseable | No |
| Material | Iron |
| Package Contents | Lateral Arm and Ball Joint Assembly |
| Pre Greased | Yes |
| Fits | Kia and Hyundai · 11 vehicles |
OE replacement. Precision-engineered and rigorously tested for reliable performance.
Forged and cast construction. Iron build with rubber bushings for durable suspension support.
Ball joint included. Pre-greased and ready for installation.
Cross-references Beck/Arnley 102-7274, Delphi TC3236 and Mevotech Supreme CMS901070 for the same application. See all 8.
Dorman 522-822 Rear Lower Forward Lateral Arm
Dorman 522-822 is a lateral arm and ball joint assembly built for specific rear suspension applications on Hyundai Sonata and Kia Optima models. It combines the arm, ball joint, and bushings in one OE-style replacement for direct service on the rear lower forward position.
Key Features
- Precision-engineered replacement for the original suspension arm assembly
- Ball joint included and installed for streamlined service
- Pressed attachment type with threaded ball joint stud
- Iron casting/forged control arm construction
- Rubber bushings included for rear suspension isolation
- Pre-greased and non-greaseable design
- Part number 522-822 for easy identification
Detailed Description
This Dorman lateral arm and ball joint assembly is built to restore the rear lower forward suspension connection on 2011-2016 Kia Optima and 2011-2015 Hyundai Sonata models. The assembly uses an iron control arm with rubber bushings and a threaded ball joint stud to match the service requirements of the original suspension layout. Dorman 522-822 is a practical OE replacement for drivers and technicians looking for a direct-fit rear suspension component for these Hyundai Sonata and Kia Optima applications.
This part cross-references Beck/Arnley 102-7274 and Delphi TC3236 for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Rear suspension looseness or instability
- Clunking or knocking from the rear lower forward suspension area
- Uneven tire wear related to worn suspension geometry
- Excessive play from a worn ball joint or bushings
- Restoration of rear wheel control on affected Hyundai Sonata and Kia Optima vehicles
Installation Notes and Tips
Fits 2011-2016 Kia Optima, rear lower forward. Fits 2011-2015 Hyundai Sonata, rear lower forward. Confirm the rear lower forward position before installation and inspect adjacent suspension hardware and alignment settings during service. Because the ball joint is installed and the assembly is pre-greased, this part is ready for suspension replacement work without additional ball joint assembly steps.
Quality Assurance
Dorman states this assembly is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide a reliable replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles. The design focuses on fit, function, and serviceability for the listed Hyundai Sonata and Kia Optima applications.
| Year | Make | Model | Fuel Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | Kia | Optima | ELECTRIC/GAS | Rear Lower Forward | — |
| 2015 | Hyundai | Sonata | ELECTRIC/GAS | Rear Lower Forward | — |
| 2015 | Kia | Optima | — | Rear Lower Forward | — |
| 2014 | Hyundai | Sonata | — | Rear Lower Forward | — |
| 2014 | Kia | Optima | — | Rear Lower Forward | — |
| 2013 | Hyundai | Sonata | — | Rear Lower Forward | — |
| 2013 | Kia | Optima | — | Rear Lower Forward | — |
| 2012 | Hyundai | Sonata | — | Rear Lower Forward | — |
| 2012 | Kia | Optima | — | Rear Lower Forward | — |
| 2011 | Hyundai | Sonata | — | Rear Lower Forward | — |
| 2011 | Kia | Optima | — | Rear Lower Forward | — |
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