Dorman 522-060 front right lower control arm with ball joint for the 2007-2009 Mazda 3 connects the steering knuckle to the car body. This Dorman lower control arm is a direct replacement for the original equipment assembly.
- Dorman OE Solutions line, standard replacement grade
- Ball joint and bushings come pre-installed, which saves time and labor
- Pre-greased ball joint with a pinch-type stud and 14 mm thread diameter
- Stamped steel arm with boxed construction
- Additional coatings resist rust and corrosion
- Tested for a smooth ride, directional stability and predictable dynamics
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 522-060 control arm with ball joint
- Also called: control arm and ball joint assembly
- Fits: 2007-2009 Mazda 3
- Position: Front right lower
- Material: Steel
- Condition: New
A worn strut mount, tie rod end or sway bar link can produce a clunk over bumps, loose steering or uneven front tire wear, just as a worn arm, ball joint or bushings can, so find the cause before buying. If the arm is the cause, this assembly replaces the arm, ball joint and bushings in one piece.
Fits
This Mazda 3 control arm for the 2007-2009 model years is for the front right lower position.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: Front right lower
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Mounting hole diameter: 12.3 mm
- Ball joint thread diameter: 14 mm
- Ball joint stud length: 14 mm
- Control arm maximum length: 237 mm
- Control arm maximum width: 288.5 mm
Build and materials
- Type: Stamped, boxed construction
- Control arm material: Steel
- Bushing material: Rubber
- Ball joint stud type: Pinch
- Grade: Standard replacement
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: Taiwan
In the box
One control arm and ball joint assembly with mounting hardware. A grease fitting is not included. This listing is one front right arm; the car takes one on this side, and the front left is a separate part ordered separately, with both sides normally replaced together.
Interchange: CA10424 · 5CB76143 · RK620040 · RK620067 · B37F34300A · B37F34300B · GS801103 · CMS801103 · 2608240
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
CA10424, 5CB76143, RK620040, RK620067, B37F34300A, B37F34300B, GS801103, CMS801103, 2608240
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this front right arm work as a 2008 Mazda 3 lower control arm?
Yes. Dorman 522-060 fits the 2007-2009 Mazda 3, which includes 2008, on the front right lower side. The left side is a separate part.
Is a grease fitting included with the Dorman control arm?
No. Dorman 522-060 has no grease fitting, but its ball joint comes pre-greased and mounting hardware is included.
Are the Dorman control arm bushings on this assembly rubber?
Yes. Dorman 522-060 has rubber bushings that come pre-installed on its steel, stamped arm.
What can a worn lower control arm or ball joint feel like while driving?
Clunking over bumps, loose or wandering steering and uneven front tire wear can go with worn arm bushings or a worn ball joint. Have the suspension checked promptly rather than driving on it.
What size is the ball joint stud on this control arm?
Dorman 522-060 has a pinch-type ball joint stud with a 14 mm thread diameter and a 14 mm stud length. The mounting hole is 12.3 mm across.
