Help keep the front wheel properly located and your suspension geometry where it belongs with the Dorman - OE Solutions Suspension Control Arm / Lateral Arm, part number 521-255, built for the front left lower forward position. It fits many vehicles, among them the 2009-2012 Audi A4, 2009-2012 Audi A4 Quattro and 2008-2012 Audi A5. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list.
This lateral arm connects the front wheel assembly to the vehicle's chassis. It helps locate the wheel and control its movement as the suspension travels. Dorman precision-engineers and rigorously tests this control arm as a reliable replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles. The part is listed under both names, suspension control arm and lateral arm.
- Direct replacement: designed to fit and perform like the original equipment on the listed applications.
- Reliable fit: precision-engineered to match the design and dimensions of the original components.
- Durable construction: built to strict standards from sturdy, safe materials.
- Rigorously tested: thorough quality-control measures are intended to support long service life.
Signs this part may need replacing include clunking or knocking over bumps, loose or wandering steering, uneven tire wear, and a visibly bent or damaged arm. Other suspension parts can cause similar symptoms, so diagnose the cause before replacing. The arm is sold individually, and replacing the arms on both sides together is recommended. Have the wheel alignment checked after installation.
Interchange: 102-7561
1027561 · TC2452 · CA4630 · 2CB10216 · RK641152 · GS70147 · CMS70147 · 2606435 · 1526009 · 1526051 · X01CA0695 · JTC2106 · 8K0407151D · V101871 · 8K0407151B · 8K0407151C
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
102-7561, TC2452, CA4630, 2CB10216, RK641152, GS70147, CMS70147, 2606435, 1526009, 1526051, X01CA0695, JTC2106, 8K0407151D, V101871, 8K0407151B, 8K0407151C
