{"product_id":"dorman-526-203-lateral-arm-rear-left-upper","title":"Dorman 526-203 Lateral Arm - Rear Left Upper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 526-203 Rear Left Upper Lateral Arm\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 526-203 is a rear left upper lateral arm built as a standard replacement for select Hyundai and Kia applications. It is precision-engineered and tested to match the original equipment function on the vehicle, with aluminum construction, a powder-coated silver finish, and rubber bushings for suspension service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement lateral arm for rear left upper suspension service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2017-2020 Kia Optima, rear left upper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2016-2019 Hyundai Sonata, rear left upper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum construction with cast and forged design elements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowder-coated finish for added surface protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber bushings included; no ball joint, dust boot, or grease fittings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolt-on attachment type for OE-style suspension repair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 526-203 for catalog and cross-reference use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman lateral arm is designed for rear suspension repair where the original arm has worn bushings, bent geometry, or mounting wear. The bent shape, 314 mm length, and 14.2 mm mounting hole diameter support OE-style alignment and fitment on the rear left upper position. It cross-references MOOG Chassis Products RK643576 for the same application. For shoppers searching for a rear left upper lateral arm for Kia Optima or Hyundai Sonata, Dorman 526-203 provides a direct replacement option built around the original suspension layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear suspension looseness or clunking from worn bushings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear caused by suspension geometry issues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear-end instability or wandering during driving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoise from a damaged or bent lateral arm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlignment problems after suspension wear or impact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstall Dorman 526-203 on the rear left upper suspension position only. Verify vehicle year, make, model, and position before installation on 2017-2020 Kia Optima and 2016-2019 Hyundai Sonata applications. Because this arm uses a bolt-on attachment and includes bushings, inspect adjacent suspension components, fasteners, and alignment settings during repair. Professional alignment is recommended after replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states this lateral arm is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide a reliable OE-style replacement for specific vehicles. The part number is 526-203.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52752835575989,"sku":"BKKY-526-203","price":93.88,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_526203_Fro.jpg?v=1782889116","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-526-203-lateral-arm-rear-left-upper","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}