{"product_id":"dorman-527-497-lateral-arm-rear-lower-forward","title":"Dorman 527-497 Lateral Arm - Rear Lower Forward","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 527-497 Lateral Arm for Lexus ES350\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 527-497 is a steel lateral arm engineered as a standard replacement for the original equipment on select vehicles. It is built for the rear lower forward suspension position on 2007-2012 Lexus ES350 models, with bushings included and a straight, boxed-arm design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2007-2012 Lexus ES350, rear lower forward\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction for suspension service replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade for OE-style fit and function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStraight, boxed control arm design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack bushings included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnd configuration: bracket to bushing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo ball joint included and no mounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hole diameter: 14.3 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman lateral arm, part number 527-497, is made for the rear lower forward suspension location on the Lexus ES350. It is precision-engineered and tested to replace the original equipment part on the listed applications, with a steel body, rubber-and-steel bushing material, and a standard replacement design that supports proper suspension geometry. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products RK643402 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Suspension Issues It Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear suspension looseness or instability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from worn arm bushings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to suspension alignment wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive rear-end movement over bumps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring worn OE lateral arm function on Lexus ES350 models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eConfirm the rear lower forward position before installation on 2007-2012 Lexus ES350 vehicles. Inspect adjacent bushings, mounting points, and alignment settings during service, since suspension wear in nearby components can affect final results. Because mounting hardware is not included, reuse or source the correct hardware as needed for the vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman designs this lateral arm as a direct replacement component for specific vehicle applications and subjects it to testing for fit and function. The part number 527-497 is built to meet standard replacement expectations for the Lexus ES350 rear suspension service application.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52756080918709,"sku":"BKKY-527-497","price":68.55,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_527497_Ang.jpg?v=1782972479","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-527-497-lateral-arm-rear-lower-forward","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}