Dorman 526-583 Lateral Arm - Rear Left Lower Forward

Dorman 526-583 Rear Left Lower Forward Lateral Arm

Dorman 526-583 is a steel lateral arm built for the rear left lower forward suspension position on select Audi models. It is precision-engineered and tested as a direct replacement for the original equipment arm, with rubber bushings and a straight, standard-replacement design.

Key Features

• Steel construction for suspension service on Audi rear suspension applications
• Fits the rear left lower forward position on select Audi A6, A7 Sportback, Q5 PHEV, Q7, Q8, SQ5, SQ7, SQ8, and e-tron models
• Rubber bushings included for OE-style attachment and ride isolation
• Straight lateral arm design with standard replacement grade
• No ball joint, no grease fitting, and no mounting hardware included
• Cross-reference: 4M0505291F

Detailed Description

This Dorman lateral arm, part number 526-583, is designed for the rear left lower forward suspension location on a wide range of Audi vehicles, including Audi A6, Audi Q7, Audi Q8, Audi SQ5, and Audi e-tron applications. The steel arm uses bushing-to-bushing attachment points and follows the original equipment layout for direct replacement service. It is a practical choice when replacing a worn rear suspension arm on vehicles such as the Audi A6 Quattro, Audi Q7, or Audi e-tron Sportback.

The arm measures 360.5 in length and uses rubber bushings with a black finish. Dorman 526-583 is a standard replacement control arm type with a straight shape, two mounting holes, and no adjustable or greaseable features. This part cross-references 4M0505291F for the same application.

What It Is Used For

• Replacing a worn or damaged rear left lower forward lateral arm
• Restoring rear suspension geometry on Audi A6, A7 Sportback, Q5 PHEV, Q7, Q8, and related models
• Addressing clunks, looseness, or uneven rear suspension movement caused by bushing wear
• Correcting suspension play that can affect alignment and tire wear
• Servicing OE-style rear suspension components on Audi quattro and e-tron platforms

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify vehicle fitment by year, model, and rear left lower forward position before installation. This arm uses bushing ends and does not include a ball joint or mounting hardware. For best results, inspect adjacent suspension components, fasteners, and alignment settings during replacement, especially on Audi Q7, Audi Q8, and Audi A6 Quattro applications.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs this lateral arm as a precision-engineered replacement and subjects it to testing for reliable service on the listed Audi applications. It is built to match the OE-style suspension layout for the specified fitments, including 2017-2025 Audi Q7, 2019-2025 Audi Q8, and 2021-2025 Audi A6.