Dorman 522-238 front right lower control arm with ball joint for the 2010-2013 Kia Soul links the front right wheel to the vehicle and lets it move with the suspension through the ball joint. This Dorman control arm is a direct replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicle applications.
- Dorman OE Solutions product line
- Stamped steel control arm with rubber bushings
- Additional coatings for rust and corrosion resistance
- Ball joint with a pinch-type stud and 14 mm thread diameter
Quick facts
- Part: Dorman 522-238 control arm with ball joint
- Also called: control arm and ball joint assembly
- Fits: 2010-2013 Kia Soul
- Position: Front right lower
- Material: Steel (control arm), rubber (bushings)
- Condition: New
A clunk over bumps, wandering steering or uneven front tire wear can mean a worn control arm, ball joint or bushings, but a different suspension part could be behind any of them. Before replacing it, look over the arm and bushings for cracks, bends or rust with the engine off. Front arms are normally replaced as a pair, so plan on the front left too; this listing is one arm.
Fits
Dorman 522-238 fits the 2010-2013 Kia Soul at the front right lower position.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Position: Front right lower
- Quantity per vehicle: 1 for this position
- Mounting hole diameter: 12.3 mm
- Ball joint thread diameter: 14 mm
- Ball joint stud type: Pinch
- Maximum length: 237 mm
- Maximum width: 288.5 mm
Build and materials
- Control arm type: Stamped
- Control arm material: Steel
- Bushing material: Rubber
- Condition: New
- Country of origin: Thailand
In the box
One control arm with ball joint and bushings, plus mounting hardware; no grease fitting is included. This listing is one arm for the front right, and the 2010-2013 Kia Soul takes one on that side.
Installation notes
- The ball joint and bushings come pre-installed, which saves time and labor.
- The assembly is pre-greased.
Interchange: 102-6082 · 622.50027 · 623.50027
TC3596 · CA14640 · 5CB90266 · 545012K200 · 545012K500 · RK642261 · GS901107 · CMS901107 · 2608025 · 2608027 · 2608025M
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
102-6082, 622.50027, 623.50027, TC3596, CA14640, 5CB90266, 545012K200, 545012K500, RK642261, GS901107, CMS901107, 2608025, 2608027, 2608025M
Frequently Asked Questions
Will Dorman 522-238 work as a 2010-2013 Kia Soul control arm on the front right?
Yes. Dorman 522-238 is the front right lower control arm with ball joint for the 2010-2013 Kia Soul. The front left side is a separate part.
Are the Dorman control arm bushings already installed on this arm?
Yes. The bushings and the ball joint come pre-installed on this control arm, and mounting hardware is included. No grease fitting is included.
Is this Dorman lower control arm made of steel?
Yes. The arm is stamped steel with rubber bushings, and it measures 237 mm long and 288.5 mm wide at its maximum.
What thread size does the ball joint stud have on this Dorman suspension control arm and ball joint assembly?
Dorman 522-238 has a pinch-type ball joint stud with a 14 mm thread diameter. Its mounting hole diameter is 12.3 mm.
Is 545012K200 an interchange number for Dorman 522-238?
Yes. 545012K200 is one of the numbers Dorman 522-238 replaces, along with 545012K500 and 102-6082.
