Dorman 524-315 Suspension Control Arm - Rear Left Upper or Rear Right Upper

Dorman 524-315 Rear Upper Control Arm

Dorman 524-315 is a steel suspension control arm built for rear upper applications on select Toyota and Pontiac vehicles. It is precision-engineered and tested as a direct replacement for the original equipment part on specific applications, with a stamped construction, coated finish, and rubber bushing for dependable suspension service.

Key Features

• Steel, stamped construction for OE-style replacement fit and strength
• Coated black finish for added corrosion resistance
• Rubber bushing included with black bushing color
• Welded ball joint mounting type with threaded stud type
• Non-adjustable design for direct replacement use
• Rear upper suspension control arm for left or right side applications listed below
• Dorman 524-315 replacement part number for easy catalog matching

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 2009-2013 Toyota Matrix, rear left upper; suspension control arm - non-adjustable.
• Fits 2003-2006 Toyota Matrix, rear left upper; suspension control arm - non-adjustable.
• Fits 2009-2013 Toyota Matrix, rear right upper; suspension control arm - non-adjustable.
• Fits 2003-2006 Toyota Matrix, rear right upper; suspension control arm - non-adjustable.
• Fits 2009-2010 Pontiac Vibe, rear left upper; suspension control arm - non-adjustable.
• Fits 2003-2006 Pontiac Vibe, rear left upper; suspension control arm - non-adjustable.
• Fits 2009-2010 Pontiac Vibe, rear right upper; suspension control arm - non-adjustable.
• Fits 2003-2006 Pontiac Vibe, rear right upper; suspension control arm - non-adjustable.
• Fits 2000-2005 Toyota Celica, rear left upper; suspension control arm - non-adjustable.
• Fits 2000-2005 Toyota Celica, rear right upper; suspension control arm - non-adjustable.

Detailed Description

This Dorman suspension control arm is built for rear upper suspension locations on Toyota Matrix, Pontiac Vibe, and Toyota Celica applications listed in the fitment data. The steel stamped arm uses a coated black finish and a rubber bushing to match the needs of OE-style suspension service. It is non-adjustable, with no ball joint installed and no mounting hardware included, making it a straightforward replacement for the original arm on the specified vehicles. This part number, 524-315, is also a useful catalog reference when sourcing a rear upper control arm for Toyota Matrix or Pontiac Vibe repairs.

This part cross-references Mevotech Supreme CMS861013 for the same application.

Common Repair Uses

• Restoring rear suspension geometry after a worn control arm is found during inspection
• Replacing a noisy or deteriorated rubber bushing in the rear upper suspension
• Addressing clunking, looseness, or uneven rear suspension movement
• Repairing corrosion-damaged or bent control arm components
• Returning Toyota Matrix, Pontiac Vibe, or Toyota Celica rear suspension to proper operation

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle position before ordering, since this control arm is listed for rear left upper and rear right upper applications only. Confirm the existing arm matches the non-adjustable design and compare the overall length and bushing dimensions to the original part. Because mounting hardware is not included, reuse or source the correct fasteners as needed during installation. After replacement, inspect alignment-related suspension components and check for additional wear in adjacent bushings and links.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this control arm as a tested replacement part for specific OE applications. The steel construction, coated finish, and included rubber bushing support consistent fitment and service performance on the listed Toyota and Pontiac models.