Help keep the rear wheels properly located and aligned with the Dorman - OE Solutions Lateral Arm, part number 524-197. It is a direct-fit replacement for the 2000-2009 Subaru Outback, 2000-2009 Subaru Legacy and 2003-2006 Subaru Baja, and it is cataloged for the rear forward position on the left and right sides.
A lateral arm is a suspension link that helps control the wheel's side-to-side position and alignment as the suspension travels. Dorman precision-engineers and rigorously tests this arm as a replacement for the original equipment on the listed vehicles.
Signs a lateral arm may need replacing include clunking or knocking from the rear over bumps, vague or wandering handling, uneven tire wear, and alignment that won't stay in spec. Diagnose the cause before replacing parts, and have the alignment checked after installation. See the Buyer's Guide tab for complete fitment details.
Interchange: CA2296 · 1CB80296 · RK100419 · GS801211 · CMS801211 · 2608470 · 20250AE06A
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What does a lateral arm do?
It is a suspension link that helps control the wheel's side-to-side position and alignment as the suspension moves up and down.
Which vehicles does Dorman 524-197 fit?
It is a direct-fit replacement for the 2000-2009 Subaru Outback, 2000-2009 Subaru Legacy and 2003-2006 Subaru Baja. Check the Buyer's Guide tab for full details.
Where on the vehicle does this arm install?
It is cataloged for the rear forward position, on both the left and right sides, of the listed applications.
What are signs of a worn lateral arm?
Clunking over bumps, wandering or vague handling, uneven tire wear, or alignment that drifts out of spec may indicate a worn arm. Inspect the suspension to confirm the cause first.
Should I get an alignment after installing it?
Yes. Because a lateral arm helps set wheel alignment, having the alignment checked and adjusted after installation is recommended.
WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
