Dorman - OE Solutions Suspension Control Arm P/N:520-362
Help keep the front wheel properly located and the suspension moving as designed with the Dorman control arm 520-461, a front left lower forward replacement for a worn or damaged original. It fits many vehicles, among them the 2002-2010 Lexus SC430, 1998-2005 Lexus GS300 and 2001-2005 Lexus GS430. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list.
This Dorman suspension control arm links the wheel assembly to the chassis. It lets the wheel travel up and down while helping hold it in position. Dorman precision-engineers and rigorously tests this arm as a reliable replacement for the original equipment on the listed applications.
Signs a lower control arm may need replacing include clunking over bumps, loose or wandering steering, and uneven tire wear. If a worn arm is the cause, this Dorman lower control arm replaces it. This listing is for one arm for the front left lower forward position, and replacing both sides at the same time is often recommended. Consult the vehicle service information for the correct fasteners, and have the alignment checked after installation.
Interchange: 102-5784
1025784 · TC5987 · CA4177 · 1CB86045 · RK640410 · GS86103 · CMS86103 · 2605811 · 4806930290 · 4806930300
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Is this a 1998-2005 Lexus GS300 control arm for the front left lower position?
Yes. Dorman 520-461 is listed for the 1998-2005 Lexus GS300 in the front left lower forward position. Check the Buyer's Guide tab to confirm your exact vehicle.
What does a lower control arm do?
It connects the wheel assembly to the vehicle's chassis. This lets the wheel move up and down with the suspension while helping keep it in position.
What are signs this control arm may need replacing?
Clunking over bumps, loose or wandering steering, and uneven tire wear can be signs of a worn control arm. Diagnose the cause first, since other suspension parts can produce similar symptoms.
What position does Dorman 520-461 fit?
It is cataloged for the front left lower forward position. The listing covers one arm, and replacing the matching right-side arm at the same time is often recommended.
Do I need an alignment after installing it?
Yes, a wheel alignment is recommended after replacing a control arm. Consult the vehicle service information for torque values, the correct fasteners, and whether the originals may be reused.
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