{"product_id":"dorman-524-998-lateral-arm-rear-upper","title":"Dorman 524-998 Lateral Arm - Rear Upper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 524-998 Rear Upper Lateral Arm\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 524-998 is a steel rear upper lateral arm engineered as a standard replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles. It is built for 2013-2016 Dodge Dart rear upper applications and uses integrated bushings for a direct-fit suspension repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2013-2016 Dodge Dart, rear upper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction for suspension strength and durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStamped control arm design with bolt-on attachment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated bushings included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack finish with black bushings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade for OE-style service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 524-998 for easy identification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis lateral arm is precision-engineered and tested to replace the original rear upper suspension arm on the Dodge Dart. The stamped steel design measures 515.5 in length and uses a 12 mm stud thread diameter with a 12.1-12.2 mm mounting hole diameter. Dorman 524-998 is a direct suspension service part for rear upper alignment and wheel control, and it cross-references Delphi TC8171 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor shoppers searching for a rear upper lateral arm for 2013-2016 Dodge Dart, this part provides the OE-style geometry and mounting style needed for suspension repair. The Dorman 524-998 part number is also useful when matching replacement components by catalog reference.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear suspension noise from worn bushings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive rear wheel movement or looseness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to rear suspension wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from the rear upper suspension area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring rear upper arm alignment after component wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 2013-2016 Dodge Dart, rear upper. This is a bolt-on suspension arm with bushings included and no ball joint, grease fitting, or mounting hardware included. Verify mounting hole diameter, stud thread diameter, and vehicle position before installation. Professional alignment is recommended after replacement to confirm rear suspension geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman designs this replacement lateral arm to match the original equipment application on specific vehicles and subjects it to testing for reliable service. Part number 524-998 is built as a standard replacement suspension component for rear upper use on the listed Dodge Dart fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52752827154613,"sku":"BKKY-524-998","price":60.66,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_524998_Fro.jpg?v=1782888807","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-524-998-lateral-arm-rear-upper","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}