{"product_id":"dorman-528-252-lateral-arm-rear-upper-forward","title":"Dorman 528-252 Lateral Arm - Rear Upper Forward","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 528-252 is a standard replacement lateral arm built for specific Mercedes-Benz applications. It uses a steel tubular design with bonded bushings to restore suspension geometry and rear upper forward control.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 2012-2020 Mercedes-Benz SLK and SLC applications in the rear upper forward position, including SLK200, SLK250, SLK300, SLK350, SLK55 AMG, SLC180, SLC200, and SLC300. The Dorman 528-252 part number is also referenced by 1723500406 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction for suspension service replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTubular control arm design for the specified application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBonded rubber bushings included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolt-on attachment type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo grease fitting and no adjustable hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis lateral arm is engineered as a direct replacement for the original equipment part on select Mercedes-Benz models. It features a steel body, black finish, and bushing-equipped ends to match the factory-style suspension layout. The Dorman 528-252 is intended for rear upper forward fitments where worn bushings or arm wear can affect alignment and suspension response.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse this lateral arm on Mercedes-Benz SLK and SLC vehicles when the original arm shows play, noise, or degraded bushing condition. The Dorman 528-252 and interchange reference 1723500406 identify the same application coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Solve\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuspension looseness from worn arm bushings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from rear suspension wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlignment instability caused by arm deflection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to suspension geometry issues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestores factory-style rear suspension control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify fitment by year, model, and rear upper forward position before installation. This part uses a bolt-on attachment style and does not include mounting hardware. Inspect related suspension components and alignment settings during replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states that this lateral arm is precision-engineered and rigorously tested for reliable replacement of the original equipment on specific vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53497272008885,"sku":"BKKY-528-252","price":65.66,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_528252_Fro.jpg?v=1791527428","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-528-252-lateral-arm-rear-upper-forward","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}