Help keep your front wheel located and moving the way it should with the Dorman control arm 524-479, a front left lower rearward arm designed as a direct replacement for the original equipment. It fits many vehicles, among them the 2010-2015 BMW X1, 2009-2013 BMW 328i xDrive and 2009-2013 BMW 335i xDrive. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list and engine details.
A control arm links the wheel assembly to the vehicle's chassis. It holds the wheel in position while letting it travel up and down over the road. This Dorman lower control arm installs in the front left lower rearward location.
- Direct replacement: designed to fit and perform like the original equipment on specific vehicles.
- Reliable fit: precision-engineered to match the design and dimensions of the original components.
- Durable construction: made to strict manufacturing standards.
- Rigorously tested: put through thorough quality control checks.
These signs may mean the part needs replacing:
- clunking or knocking over bumps
- wandering or loose-feeling steering
- uneven tire wear
- visible bending or damage to the arm
Other parts can cause the same symptoms, so have the suspension inspected to confirm the cause before you replace anything. The arm is sold individually. Replacing the matching arm on the other side at the same time is recommended.
Interchange: 102-7802
1027802 · 31126768983 · TC3230 · CA14253 · CA5128 · 2CB10344 · GS101106 · CMS101106 · 2607035 · 2607035M · X05CA6466 · V202256
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
31126768983, 102-7802, TC3230, CA14253, CA5128, 2CB10344, GS101106, CMS101106, 2607035, 2607035M, X05CA6466, V202256
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this Dorman suspension control arm do?
It links the wheel assembly to the chassis, holding the wheel in position while letting it move up and down. It installs in the front left lower rearward location.
Which vehicles does part 524-479 fit?
It fits many vehicles, including the 2010-2015 BMW X1, 2009-2013 BMW 328i xDrive and 2009-2013 BMW 335i xDrive. Check the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list.
What signs suggest the control arm may need replacing?
Clunking over bumps, wandering steering, uneven tire wear or visible damage to the arm can point to a worn control arm. Other parts can cause these symptoms too, so diagnose the cause first.
Is it sold individually or as a pair?
It is sold individually for the front left lower rearward position. Replacing the matching arm on the other side at the same time is recommended.
Does it install like the original part?
Dorman designed it as a direct replacement that fits and performs like the original on specific vehicles. Follow the vehicle service information for the procedure and torque values, and have the alignment checked afterward.
