Dorman 521-211 front left lower control arm with ball joint for the 2007-2012 Mazda CX-7 connects the front left wheel to the vehicle and pivots as the suspension moves. This Dorman control arm replaces the arm, ball joint and bushings as a single unit.
- Steel control arm with boxed construction and rubber bushings
- Pinch-type ball joint stud with a 14 mm thread diameter
- Additional coatings for rust and corrosion resistance
- Part of the Dorman OE Solutions line, standard replacement grade
- Evaluation process aimed at a smooth ride, directional stability and predictable dynamics
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 521-211 control arm with ball joint
- Also called: control arm and ball joint assembly
- Fits: 2007-2012 Mazda CX-7
- Position: Front left lower
- Material: Steel
- Condition: New
A worn arm or ball joint can show up as a clunk over bumps, loose or wandering steering, or uneven tire wear. These signs alone do not prove this arm is the problem, since a worn tie rod end can produce similar looseness. The front arms are usually best done as a pair, but this listing is one, for the front left only.
Fits
The Dorman lower control arm is a direct replacement for the original equipment on the 2007-2012 Mazda CX-7, in the front left lower position.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: front left lower
- Quantity per vehicle: 1 (this side)
- Mounting hole diameter: 12.3 mm
- Ball joint thread diameter: 14 mm
- Ball joint stud length: 21.1 mm
- Maximum length: 237 mm
- Maximum width: 288.5 mm
Build and materials
- Control arm material: steel
- Control arm type: casting/forged
- Construction: boxed
- Bushing material: rubber
- Ball joint stud type: pinch
- Condition: new
- Country of origin: Taiwan
In the box
One control arm with a pre-installed ball joint and bushings, plus mounting hardware; a grease fitting is not included. This listing is one arm for the front left, and the 2007-2012 Mazda CX-7 takes one on that side; the front right is ordered separately.
Installation notes
- Ball joint and bushings come pre-installed, which saves time and labor.
- The ball joint is pre-greased.
Interchange: 102-7628
TC3629 · CA14376 · 5CB76071 · RK620896 · EG2134350D · EH4434350 · EH4434350C · GS76168 · CMS76168 · 2606642 · SK521211 · 1513005 · X32CJ2644 · JTC2457
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
102-7628, TC3629, CA14376, 5CB76071, RK620896, EG2134350D, EH4434350, EH4434350C, GS76168, CMS76168, 2606642, SK521211, 1513005, X32CJ2644, JTC2457
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Dorman suspension control arm right for the 2007-2012 Mazda CX-7?
Yes. Dorman 521-211 is the front left lower control arm with ball joint for the 2007-2012 Mazda CX-7. The front right is a separate part.
Does the Dorman suspension control arm and ball joint assembly come with mounting hardware?
Yes. Dorman 521-211 includes mounting hardware plus the pre-installed ball joint and bushings. A grease fitting is not included; the ball joint is pre-greased.
Do the Dorman control arm bushings come installed on this arm?
Yes. Dorman 521-211 has the bushings and the ball joint pre-installed on the arm, and the bushing material is rubber.
What size is the ball joint stud on the Dorman 521-211?
The ball joint has a pinch-type stud with a 14 mm thread diameter and a 21.1 mm stud length. The arm's mounting hole measures 12.3 mm.
What is this front left lower control arm made of?
The control arm is steel in a boxed, casting/forged construction, with rubber bushings. Additional coatings give it rust and corrosion resistance.
