Dorman 521-322 front right lower control arm with ball joint for the 2005-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt and other vehicles connects the front right wheel to the vehicle and lets the suspension move. This Dorman suspension control arm and ball joint assembly is a standard replacement for a worn lower arm.
- Ball joint and rubber bushings come pre-installed on the steel arm, saving time and labor
- Additional coatings give rust and corrosion resistance
- Pre-greased assembly with a 14 mm ball joint thread diameter and a pinch-type stud
- Testing covers a smooth ride, directional stability and predictable dynamics
- Dorman OE Solutions product line, standard replacement grade
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 521-322 control arm with ball joint
- Also called: control arm and ball joint assembly
- Fits: 2005-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt and other vehicles
- Position: Front right lower
- Material: Steel (control arm), rubber (bushings)
- Condition: New
Clunking over bumps, uneven tire wear or vague steering can mean a worn arm or ball joint. A sway bar link, a strut or a tie rod end can be behind these signs too, so find the cause before buying. If the arm is the cause, this Dorman control arm replaces it.
Fits
Listings cover a wide range of Chevrolet, Pontiac and Saturn models, including the 2008-2010 Chevrolet HHR and the 2007-2010 Pontiac G5. It is a direct replacement for the original equipment on these vehicles. Replacing the front lower arms as a pair is the usual practice, and this listing is one arm for the front right; the front left is a separate part. The 2005-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt takes one for this side.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: front right lower
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Mounting hole diameter: 12.3 mm
- Ball joint thread diameter: 14 mm
- Maximum width: 288.5 mm
- Maximum length: 237 mm
Build and materials
- Control arm material: steel
- Control arm type: casting/forged
- Bushing material: rubber
- Ball joint stud type: pinch
- Pre-greased: yes
- Grease fitting: not included
- Condition: new
- Country of origin: Turkey
In the box
One control arm with ball joint and mounting hardware. A grease fitting is not included.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this HHR control arm fit the 2008-2010 Chevrolet HHR?
Yes. Dorman 521-322 is a front right lower arm for the 2008-2010 Chevrolet HHR. For any other car, look up your year, make and model in the "Vehicles it fits" section.
Is this a lower control arm for the 2005-2010 Chevy Cobalt?
Yes. Dorman 521-322 is the front right lower arm for the 2005-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, which takes one on this side. The front left is a separate part.
Are Dorman control arm bushings included with this front right arm?
Yes. The rubber bushings come pre-installed on the arm, along with the ball joint, and mounting hardware is included. A grease fitting is not.
What size is the ball joint thread on the Dorman 521-322?
The ball joint thread diameter is 14 mm and the stud is a pinch type. The mounting hole diameter on this arm is 12.3 mm.
How can I tell if the ball joint on this front lower control arm is worn?
Clunking over bumps, uneven tire wear or vague steering can mean wear. Have a shop check the ball joint for play, since that test needs the vehicle lifted.
