Dorman 524-397 front lower control arm with ball joint for the 2006-2010 Dodge Charger and other vehicles replaces a failed lower arm and ball joint. This Dorman suspension control arm and ball joint assembly adds an oversized bushing, because undersized factory rubber bushings often cause the original to fail.
- Oversized, heavy-duty two-piece bushing spreads the suspension load over a greater area
- Bushing rubber is denser to resist premature breakdown
- Dorman OE FIX design addresses the early bushing failure of the original arm
- Press-in ball joint comes installed and pre-greased, with a threaded stud
- Steel control arm with a painted finish and reinforced construction
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 524-397 control arm with ball joint
- Also called: control arm and ball joint assembly
- Fits: 2006-2010 Dodge Charger and other vehicles
- Position: Front left lower rearward
- Material: Steel control arm, rubber bushing
- Condition: New
A clunk over bumps, loose steering or uneven tire wear can mean this arm or its bushings are worn, though the sway bar links and the shocks can be behind the same signs.
Fits
It is listed for a wide range of Chrysler and Dodge models, including the 2005-2010 Chrysler 300 and the 2008-2010 Dodge Challenger. This listing is one assembly for the front left of each; the front right is a separate part, and that axle is normally done at the same time. Not seeing your car here? Look it up in the “Vehicles it fits” section.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: front left lower rearward
- Length: 338.3 mm
- Maximum width: 78 mm
- Distance between bushings: 264.3 mm
- Bushing length: 50 mm and 78 mm
- Bushing inside diameter: 14.3 mm and 16 mm
- Mounting holes: 2, with diameters of 14.3 mm and 16 mm
- Ball joint stud: threaded, 14 mm thread diameter, 1.5 mm pitch, 23 mm long
- Cone outside diameter: 15.1 mm
Build and materials
- Construction: Casting/Forged
- Control arm material: steel
- Bushing material: rubber
- Finish: painted
- Ball joint: press-in, installed, pre-greased, not greaseable
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: India
In the box
One control arm with the ball joint installed and its bushings, plus one locking nut. A castle nut, cotter pin and grease fitting are not included; plan on new ones if the car needs them.
Installation notes
- No special tools and no shop press are needed.
- Professional technicians and experienced DIYers can install it.
Interchange: TC5546 · CA3967 · 2CB25393 · GS25119 · CMS25119 · 2605514 · 2CB25057 · X13CA1454 · V330093
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
TC5546, CA3967, 2CB25393, GS25119, CMS25119, 2605514, 2CB25057, X13CA1454, V330093
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Dodge Charger control arm for the 2006-2010 Charger's left or right side?
It is the front left, lower rearward arm. Dorman 524-397 fits the 2006-2010 Dodge Charger on that side only; the right side is a separate part.
Does this Chrysler 300 control arm cover the 2005-2010 model years?
Yes. Dorman 524-397 is listed for the 2005-2010 Chrysler 300 at the front left lower rearward position.
What comes with this Dorman control arm?
One control arm with the ball joint already installed and its bushings, plus one nut. A castle nut, cotter pin and grease fitting are not included.
Is the ball joint on this control arm greaseable?
No, the ball joint is pre-greased and not greaseable. It is pressed in and has a threaded stud, 14 mm in diameter with a 1.5 mm pitch.
Do I need a press to install this control arm with ball joint?
No shop press and no special tools are needed, and the ball joint comes installed and pre-greased. Professional technicians and experienced DIYers can install it.
