Beck/Arnley 102-6846 front left lower control arm with ball joint for the 2011-2013 Kia Sorento and other vehicles links the front left wheel to the chassis. It pivots at the ball joint as the suspension moves, and it is a control arm and ball joint assembly sold individually.
- Ball joint comes with the control arm as one assembly
- Steel construction with a corrosion-resistant coating
- Bushings included with the control arm
Quick facts
- Part: Beck/Arnley 102-6846 control arm with ball joint
- Also called: control arm and ball joint assembly
- Fits: 2011-2013 Kia Sorento and other vehicles
- Position: Front left lower
- Material: Steel
- Condition: New
A clunk over bumps, loose or wandering steering, or uneven front tire wear can mean a worn control arm or ball joint. Worn sway bar links, struts, tie rods or a wheel bearing can be behind the same signs too, so find the cause before buying. The vehicle takes one arm on each side of the front axle; this listing is the front left, the front right is ordered separately, and the two are normally replaced together.
Fits
This is a replacement control arm for the 2011-2013 Kia Sorento and the 2007-2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. It matches OE form, fit and function and is application specific for these vehicles.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: Front left lower
- Quantity: 1 control arm per listing
Build and materials
- Material: Steel
- Coating: Corrosion-resistant
- Ball joint: Included
- Bushings: Included
- Condition: New
In the box
One front left lower control arm with ball joint and bushings. Hardware is not included; plan on new bolts, since the old ones may not be reusable.
Interchange: 8500421 · 8500492 · 62251000 · 521637 · 545000W000 · 545001U000 · 545002B000 · 545002B500 · RK623467 · FA3090 · CMS90152
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
8500421, 8500492, 62251000, 521637, 545000W000, 545001U000, 545002B000, 545002B500, RK623467, FA3090, CMS90152
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the right control arm for the 2011-2013 Kia Sorento?
Yes. Beck/Arnley 102-6846 is the front left lower control arm with ball joint for the 2011-2013 Kia Sorento; the right side takes a separate arm.
Is this the front left control arm for the 2007-2012 Hyundai Santa Fe?
Yes. Beck/Arnley 102-6846 fits the 2007-2012 Hyundai Santa Fe at the front left lower position; the front right side is a separate part.
Does the Beck/Arnley control arm come with bushings and hardware?
Bushings are included with the arm. Mounting hardware is not, so plan on new bolts instead of reusing the old ones.
Is the Beck/Arnley control arm with ball joint steel, and is it coated?
Yes. Beck/Arnley 102-6846 is steel with a corrosion-resistant coating, and the ball joint comes with the arm as one assembly.
How do I check whether this front left lower control arm is worn?
With the engine off, look at the rubber bushings and the arm for cracks, tears, bending or heavy rust. Play in the ball joint is best tested by a shop.
