{"product_id":"dorman-527-353-lateral-arm-rear-lower-forward","title":"Dorman 527-353 Lateral Arm - Rear Lower Forward","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 527-353 Lateral Arm for Mazda 3\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 527-353 is a steel lateral arm built as a standard replacement for the original equipment on select Mazda applications. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable suspension service on the rear lower forward position of the Mazda 3 and Mazda 3 Sport.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel tubular lateral arm construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits the rear lower forward suspension position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack bushings with bushings included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolt-on attachment with bracket and bushing ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade for OE-style service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo ball joint included and no mounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible With 2014-2018 Mazda 3, rear lower forward\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible With 2014-2018 Mazda 3 Sport, rear lower forward\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis lateral arm is used to restore rear suspension geometry and secure the control point between the chassis and suspension assembly. The Dorman 527-353 part number is a direct-fit replacement for the rear lower forward location on 2014-2018 Mazda 3 and 2014-2018 Mazda 3 Sport models. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products RK643611 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Symptoms\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear suspension clunking or knocking over bumps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive play from worn suspension bushings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven rear tire wear from altered alignment angles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose or unstable rear-end handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrosion or damage to the original lateral arm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify vehicle fitment by year, make, model, and rear lower forward position before installation. Because this is a bolt-on lateral arm, inspect the mounting points, bushings, and surrounding hardware for wear or corrosion during service. An alignment check is recommended after replacement to confirm proper rear suspension geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman designs this lateral arm as a precision-engineered replacement and subjects it to rigorous testing to support dependable OE-style performance on the specified Mazda applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52756079673525,"sku":"BKKY-527-353","price":64.42,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_527353_Fro.jpg?v=1782972209","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-527-353-lateral-arm-rear-lower-forward","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}