{"product_id":"dorman-527-973-lateral-arm-rear-lower-rearward","title":"Dorman 527-973 Lateral Arm - Rear Lower Rearward","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 527-973 Lateral Arm for Mazda Protege\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 527-973 is a steel lateral arm built as a standard replacement for the original suspension link on select Mazda applications. It is engineered and tested for direct replacement use on the rear lower rearward position of 2001-2003 Mazda Protege and 2002-2003 Mazda Protege5 models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel tubular lateral arm construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber bushings included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolt-on attachment type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack finish and black bushings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement suspension component\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits rear lower rearward suspension position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible with 2001-2003 Mazda Protege, rear lower rearward, and 2002-2003 Mazda Protege5, rear lower rearward. This Dorman 527-973 lateral arm matches the specified rear suspension location for these Mazda Protege and Mazda Protege5 applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Repair\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear suspension looseness from worn lateral arm bushings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from the rear lower rearward suspension area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven rear wheel tracking caused by worn linkage components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess movement in the rear suspension arm assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoration of proper suspension geometry on Mazda Protege and Protege5 models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstall in the rear lower rearward position on the listed Mazda vehicles. This Dorman 527-973 uses a bolt-on attachment design and includes bushings, while mounting hardware is not included. Verify mounting hole diameter, arm length, and vehicle application before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman designs this lateral arm as a direct-fit replacement part and subjects it to testing for reliable service on the specified vehicles. It is built to meet standard replacement expectations for the Mazda Protege and Mazda Protege5 suspension repair.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52756083835061,"sku":"BKKY-527-973","price":44.82,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_527973_Fro.jpg?v=1782972611","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-527-973-lateral-arm-rear-lower-rearward","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}