{"product_id":"dorman-527-558-lateral-arm-and-ball-joint-assembly-rear-right-upper","title":"Dorman 527-558 Lateral Arm and Ball Joint Assembly - Rear Right Upper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 527-558 Rear Right Upper Lateral Arm\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 527-558 is a standard replacement lateral arm and ball joint assembly for select Ford, Mazda, and Mercury rear suspension applications. It is precision-engineered and tested to replace the original equipment part on specific vehicles, including the Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, and Mercury Mariner.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with a straight, stamped control arm design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBall joint installed and pre-greased for service-ready installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBall joint stud uses a taper fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolyurethane bushing material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolt-on attachment type for direct replacement use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade for OE-style suspension service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with rear right upper suspension positions only\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman lateral arm and ball joint assembly is built for rear right upper suspension service on 2001-2008 Ford Escape, 2001-2006 Mazda Tribute, 2008 Mazda Tribute, and 2005-2008 Mercury Mariner applications. The Dorman 527-558 combines the arm and ball joint into one replacement assembly, helping restore proper rear suspension geometry and joint function when the original part is worn or damaged. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products RK622127 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Is Used For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing a worn rear right upper lateral arm on a Ford Escape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring rear suspension articulation on a Mazda Tribute\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddressing looseness from a worn ball joint in the rear suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrecting clunking or play from a damaged control arm assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServicing rear suspension wear on a Mercury Mariner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify vehicle year, make, model, and rear right upper position before ordering. This assembly uses a bolt-on attachment and a tapered ball joint stud, so proper torque and alignment procedures should be followed during installation. Confirm all mounting points and suspension hardware condition before replacing the arm. The part number 527-558 is listed for the specific rear right upper applications shown above.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states this assembly is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide a reliable OE replacement for specific vehicles. The 527-558 is built as a standard replacement suspension component for direct-fit service on the listed Ford, Mazda, and Mercury applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52756083572917,"sku":"BKKY-527-558","price":74.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_527558_Fro.jpg?v=1782972556","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-527-558-lateral-arm-and-ball-joint-assembly-rear-right-upper","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}