Dorman 526-598 Lateral Arm - Rear Lower Forward

Dorman Rear Lower Forward Lateral Arm

Dorman 526-598 is a steel lateral arm built for rear lower forward suspension service on select Volvo models. It uses rubber bushings at both ends and a bolt-on attachment style to replace worn OE-style suspension links on Volvo S60, S60 Cross Country, V60, V60 Cross Country, XC60, S80, XC70, and V70 applications.

Key Features

• Steel stamped lateral arm construction for suspension replacement service
• Rubber bushings at both ends for OE-style mounting and isolation
• Rear lower forward position fitment for specific Volvo platforms
• Bolt-on design with 12 mm stud thread diameter and 12.2 mm mounting hole diameter
• Black finish with bushings included
• Non-adjustable, non-greaseable design for direct replacement use
• Cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts 172286 and 182286 for the same application

Detailed Description

This Dorman lateral arm, part number 526-598, is precision-engineered and tested for replacement use on the original equipment suspension layout. It is built from steel with stamped control arm construction and rubber bushings to restore rear lower forward suspension geometry on compatible Volvo S60 and Volvo XC60 platforms, along with S60 Cross Country, V60, V60 Cross Country, S80, XC70, and V70 models. The arm is not adjustable and does not include mounting hardware, making it a straightforward OE-style replacement for worn or damaged suspension links.

Compatible With 2011-2018 Volvo S60, rear lower forward; 2016-2018 Volvo S60 Cross Country, rear lower forward; 2015-2018 Volvo V60, rear lower forward; 2015-2018 Volvo V60 Cross Country, rear lower forward; 2010-2017 Volvo XC60, rear lower forward; 2007-2016 Volvo S80, rear lower forward; 2008-2016 Volvo XC70, rear lower forward; and 2008-2010 Volvo V70, rear lower forward. Search terms such as Volvo rear lower forward lateral arm replacement, Dorman 526-598 suspension arm, and Volvo S60 rear suspension arm replacement align with this application.

What It Helps Address

• Rear suspension looseness caused by a worn lateral arm
• Clunking or knocking from deteriorated bushings
• Uneven rear suspension alignment from damaged linkage
• Excess movement in the rear lower forward suspension point
• Restoration of OE-style suspension control on affected Volvo models

Installation Notes and Tips

Install this arm in the rear lower forward position only on the listed Volvo applications. Verify stud diameter, mounting hole size, and bushing orientation before installation. Because mounting hardware is not included, reuse or source the correct fasteners as needed. A professional alignment check is recommended after suspension component replacement.

Quality Assurance

Dorman builds this replacement lateral arm to match the original equipment fit and function for the specified vehicles. The part is rigorously tested for reliable service in the rear suspension system and is intended as a direct replacement for worn OE-style components.