Dorman 524-469 Suspension Control Arm and Ball Joint Assembly - Front Left Upper

Dorman 524-469 Front Left Upper Control Arm

Dorman 524-469 is a direct replacement suspension control arm and ball joint assembly for specific Nissan applications. It is built for the front left upper position and is engineered to restore smooth ride quality, directional stability, and predictable steering response on Nissan Pickup, Pathfinder, and D21 models.

Key Features

• Direct replacement for the original equipment control arm and ball joint assembly
• Fits the front left upper suspension position
• Pre-greased with a grease fitting included for serviceability
• Ball joint is installed and uses a bolt-in mounting design
• Stamped steel control arm with rubber bushings
• Includes mounting hardware
• Black finish for OE-style appearance
• Part number 524-469 for easy identification

Detailed Description

This Dorman suspension control arm assembly is built for Nissan Pickup, Pathfinder, and D21 front suspension service where OE-style geometry and consistent handling matter. The stamped steel arm includes the ball joint, bushings, and mounting hardware, helping simplify replacement of a worn upper control arm assembly. Dorman 524-469 is pre-greased and includes a grease fitting, supporting routine maintenance after installation. The threaded ball joint stud and bolt-in mounting style are matched to the listed applications for a direct-fit repair.

This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products RK623374 and Delphi TC6395 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Clunking or looseness from a worn upper control arm assembly
• Uneven tire wear caused by suspension play
• Steering wander or reduced directional stability
• Front-end noise from deteriorated bushings or ball joint wear
• Restoring proper suspension geometry on Nissan Pickup, Pathfinder, and D21 models

Installation Notes and Tips

Compatible With 1995-1997 Nissan Pickup, front left upper; 1987-1995 Nissan Pathfinder, front left upper; and 1986-1994 Nissan D21, front left upper. Verify the mounting style, hole diameter, and suspension layout against the original part before installation. After replacement, a professional wheel alignment is recommended to confirm correct suspension angles and steering response.

Quality Assurance

Dorman uses an industry-focused evaluation process for this assembly to help support consistent fit and function in the listed Nissan applications. The design is intended to match original equipment requirements for the specified vehicles and suspension position.