Dorman 522-893 front left lower control arm for the 2003-2006 Mercedes-Benz SL500 and other vehicles connects the left front wheel to the chassis. This Dorman control arm is a direct replacement, built to the design and dimensions of the original arm.
- Dorman OE Solutions control arm for the front left lower rearward position
- Dorman lower control arm made of steel with Casting/Forged construction and a painted finish
- Rubber bushings included for a more complete installation
- Mounting hardware included with the arm
- Rigorously tested by product and quality engineers for safe, sustained performance
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 522-893 control arm
- Also called: suspension control arm
- Fits: 2003-2006 Mercedes-Benz SL500 and other vehicles
- Position: front left lower rearward
- Material: Steel
- Condition: New
A worn control arm can show up as a clunk over bumps, uneven tire wear or a steering pull. Before you replace this arm, rule out a worn ball joint, a sway bar link or a wheel bearing, since those parts can make similar noises.
Fits
This arm is listed for a wide range of Mercedes-Benz SL models, led by the 2003-2006 Mercedes-Benz SL500, the 2003-2006 Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG and the 2003-2006 Mercedes-Benz SL600, and each car takes one on the front left. Plan to do the front pair at the same time: this listing is one arm for the left side, and the right side is ordered separately.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: front left lower rearward
- Quantity per vehicle: 1 on this side
- Length: 320 mm
- Bushing inside diameter: 14.3 mm
- Bushing outside diameter: 39.6 mm
- Bushing length: 92 mm
- End 2 type: press in
Build and materials
- Control arm material: steel
- Construction: Casting/Forged
- Finish: painted
- Bushing material: rubber
- Ball joint: not included
- Condition: new
- Country of origin: Taiwan
In the box
One control arm with its rubber bushings and mounting hardware. A ball joint is not included.
Interchange: CA5309 · 2113300235 · 2113300435 · 211330043505 · 2203330127 · 2203330227 · 2203330327 · 2203330427 · 2203330727 · 2303300107 · 2303301307 · 2303301507 · 2303303107
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This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
CA5309, 2113300235, 2113300435, 211330043505, 2203330127, 2203330227, 2203330327, 2203330427, 2203330727, 2303300107, 2303301307, 2303301507, 2303303107
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a 2003-2006 Mercedes SL500 control arm for the front left lower position?
Yes. Dorman 522-893 is listed for the 2003-2006 Mercedes-Benz SL500 and other SL models. Look up your own car in the "Vehicles it fits" section on this page.
Does the Dorman OE Solutions suspension control arm come with bushings and hardware?
Yes. Dorman 522-893 includes rubber bushings and mounting hardware. A ball joint is not included.
What are the bushing dimensions on this control arm?
The bushings measure 14.3 mm inside diameter, 39.6 mm outside diameter and 92 mm long. The arm itself is 320 mm long.
How can I tell if a front lower control arm is wearing out?
Cracked or torn rubber bushings, a clunk over bumps or uneven tire wear can be signs of a worn arm. A shop can inspect the arm and its bushings for play and damage.
Is this control arm made of steel and is it painted?
Yes. Dorman 522-893 is a steel arm with Casting/Forged construction and a painted finish, supplied with rubber bushings.
