Dorman - OE Solutions Suspension Control Arm P/N:522-333
Help keep the rear wheels properly located with the Dorman - OE Solutions Control Arm 522-697, a direct-fit Honda Civic control arm for 2001-2005 models that also fits the 2001-2005 Acura EL. It is cataloged for the rear lower rearward position.
This suspension control arm links the wheel assembly to the vehicle's body and controls wheel movement as the suspension travels, helping hold the wheel's alignment. The Dorman control arm is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to serve as a reliable replacement for the original equipment.
Signs that a control arm may need replacing include clunking or knocking over bumps, wandering or loose handling, and uneven tire wear. If a worn or damaged arm is the cause, this part replaces it. A wheel alignment is recommended after installation. See the Buyer's Guide tab for complete application details.
Interchange: CA2338 · 52371S5AA02 · 52371S5AA03 · 52371S5AA04 · CMS601160 · 2607651
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
Will this work as a 2005 Honda Civic control arm?
Yes. It is listed for the 2001-2005 Honda Civic, which includes 2005, and it also fits the 2001-2005 Acura EL. Check the Buyer's Guide tab to confirm your application.
Is this a lower control arm for the 2001-2005 Honda Civic?
Yes. Dorman catalogs it for the rear lower rearward position on the listed applications.
What does a control arm do?
It connects the wheel assembly to the vehicle's body and controls wheel movement as the suspension moves. This helps keep the wheel's alignment and handling as designed.
What are the signs of a worn control arm?
Common signs include clunking over bumps, wandering or loose handling, and uneven tire wear. Other worn suspension parts can cause similar symptoms, so diagnose the cause before you replace any part.
Is an alignment needed after installing it?
Yes, a wheel alignment is recommended after you replace a control arm. Follow the vehicle service information for the procedure, the torque specs and whether the fasteners may be reused.
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.