Dorman 526-003 Suspension Control Arm - Rear Left Lower Rearward

Dorman 526-003 Rear Left Lower Rearward Control Arm

Dorman 526-003 is a stamped steel suspension control arm built as a standard replacement for the original equipment part on select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles. It is precision-engineered and tested for dependable rear suspension service on the rear left lower rearward position.

• Stamped steel construction with a powder-coated black finish
• Rubber bushings included for the end 2 bushing mount
• Straight control arm design for OE-style suspension geometry
• Standard replacement grade for direct service use
• Ball joint not included and not installed
• Pre-greased: no; grease fitting included: no
• Mounting hardware not included

Fitment and Application

Compatible with rear suspension service on these applications:

• Fits 2009-2012 Ford Fusion, rear left lower rearward.
• Fits 2009-2012 Lincoln MKZ, rear left lower rearward.
• Fits 2009-2011 Mercury Milan, rear left lower rearward.

This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products RK643072 for the same application. The Dorman 526-003 part number is also useful when searching for a rear left lower rearward control arm for Ford Fusion, Lincoln MKZ, or Mercury Milan models.

What This Control Arm Helps Address

• Rear suspension looseness or instability
• Clunking or knocking from worn bushings
• Uneven rear tire wear caused by suspension wear
• Incorrect rear wheel alignment after component wear
• Excess movement in the rear left lower rearward suspension link

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify vehicle year, make, model, and rear left lower rearward position before installation. Inspect adjacent bushings, fasteners, and alignment settings during service, and replace worn related components as needed. Because this arm is not pre-greased and does not include a grease fitting, it installs as a sealed-style replacement component.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this suspension control arm as a tested replacement part for OE-style service on the listed vehicles. The stamped construction, powder-coated finish, and included bushings support consistent fitment and long-term suspension repair.