{"product_id":"front-lower-rearward-control-arm-ball-joint-lh-rh-pair-set-2pc-for-bmw-e60-awd","title":"Front Lower Rearward Control Arm Ball Joint LH RH Pair Set 2pc for BMW E60 AWD","description":"\u003ch1 data-path-to-node=\"0\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eFront Lower Rearward Control Arm with Ball Joint Pair\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"1\" style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003ePrecision Suspension and Handling for BMW 5-Series AWD xDrive\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eRestore the legendary steering response and vibration-free ride of your vehicle with this premium \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"98\"\u003e2-Piece Front Lower Rearward Control Arm Set\u003c\/b\u003e. Specifically engineered for the BMW E60 and E61 All-Wheel Drive (AWD\/xDrive) chassis, these arms—often referred to as thrust arms or tension struts—are critical for maintaining wheel alignment and absorbing braking forces. Over time, the heavy-duty rubber bushings can tear or degrade, leading to steering wheel shimmy under braking, clunking noises over bumps, and unstable handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThis matched pair includes both the Driver (Left) and Passenger (Right) side assemblies. Each arm is manufactured from high-strength forged aluminum to reduce unsprung weight and features pre-installed, factory-spec bushings and integrated ball joints for a seamless, direct-fit installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eFitment Verification and Vehicle Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eThis set is designed for the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"29\"\u003eFront Lower Rearward\u003c\/b\u003e position on the following All-Wheel Drive (xDrive) models:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBMW 525xi:\u003c\/b\u003e 2006, 2007.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBMW 528xi:\u003c\/b\u003e 2008.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBMW 528i xDrive:\u003c\/b\u003e 2009, 2010.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBMW 530xi:\u003c\/b\u003e 2006, 2007.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBMW 535xi:\u003c\/b\u003e 2008.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBMW 535i xDrive:\u003c\/b\u003e 2009, 2010.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eImportant Note:\u003c\/b\u003e These components are specifically designed for \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"63\"\u003eAll-Wheel Drive (AWD)\u003c\/b\u003e models. They are not compatible with standard Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) 5-Series models due to the unique suspension geometry required to clear the front drive axles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eTechnical Specifications and Attributes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePosition:\u003c\/b\u003e Front Lower Rearward (Thrust Arm).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/b\u003e 2-Piece Set (Left and Right).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Forged Aluminum (Corrosion Resistant).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBushings:\u003c\/b\u003e High-Density Rubber (Pre-installed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBall Joints:\u003c\/b\u003e Precision-machined (Pre-installed).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAdjustable:\u003c\/b\u003e No (Fixed Geometry).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFitment Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Direct Replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003e(1) Front Driver Side (LH) Lower Rearward Control Arm with Ball Joint\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003e(1) Front Passenger Side (RH) Lower Rearward Control Arm with Ball Joint\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eIndustry Cross-Reference Numbers\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBMW:\u003c\/b\u003e 31122347981, 31122347982, 31126774827, 31126774828\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBeck\/Arnley:\u003c\/b\u003e 102-7787, 102-7788\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" id=\"p-rc_8bf0f27ebeb6236f-318\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-442\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDorman:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-442 citation-end-442\"\u003e 524-481, 524-482\u003csource-footnote ng-version=\"0.0.0-PLACEHOLDER\" _nghost-ng-c4158699256=\"\"\u003e\u003csup _ngcontent-ng-c4158699256=\"\" class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/source-footnote\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csources-carousel-inline ng-version=\"0.0.0-PLACEHOLDER\" _nghost-ng-c1890690529=\"\"\u003e\u003csource-inline-chip _ngcontent-ng-c1890690529=\"\" _nghost-ng-c4216981734=\"\" class=\"ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003c\/source-inline-chip\u003e\u003c\/sources-carousel-inline\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv _ngcontent-ng-c4216981734=\"\" class=\"source-inline-chip-container ng-star-inserted\"\u003e\u003cbutton _ngcontent-ng-c4216981734=\"\" cdkoverlayorigin=\"\" class=\"button ng-star-inserted\" aria-label=\"View source details for citation from eBay. Opens side panel.\" jslog='262206;track:generic_click,impression,attention;BardVeMetadataKey:[[\"r_148dded91445c28a\",\"c_e273d55d3711b952\",null,\"rc_8bf0f27ebeb6236f\",null,null,\"en\",null,1,null,null,1,0],null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,null,[0]]' data-hveid=\"0\" decode-data-ved=\"1\" data-ved=\"0CAAQvoAQahgKEwjempjlv4GTAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQng8\"\u003e\u003cmat-icon _ngcontent-ng-c4216981734=\"\" role=\"img\" fonticon=\"link\" class=\"mat-icon notranslate symbol gds-icon-s google-symbols mat-ligature-font mat-icon-no-color ng-star-inserted\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-mat-icon-type=\"font\" data-mat-icon-name=\"link\"\u003e\u003c\/mat-icon\u003e\u003c\/button\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMevotech Supreme:\u003c\/b\u003e CMS101108, CMS101109\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDelphi:\u003c\/b\u003e TC3014, TC3015\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHollander:\u003c\/b\u003e 512-50158R, 512-50159L\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eInstallation and Technical Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Curb Weight Torque Rule:\u003c\/b\u003e To prevent premature bushing failure, do not fully torque the bushing-end bolts while the vehicle is in the air. The suspension must be under its own weight (wheels on the ground or ramps) before final tightening. Failure to do so will \"pre-load\" the rubber, causing it to tear within a few thousand miles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAlignment Mandatory:\u003c\/b\u003e Replacing thrust arms alters your vehicle's caster and toe settings. A professional four-wheel alignment is required immediately following installation to ensure straight-line tracking and to protect your tires from uneven wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eChassis Inspection:\u003c\/b\u003e While the underbody shielding is removed, inspect your Front Lower \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"19,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"87\"\u003eForward\u003c\/i\u003e control arms and sway bar links. On the E60 xDrive platform, these components typically wear at a similar rate and are often replaced together for a complete suspension refresh.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eClean Mounting Surfaces:\u003c\/b\u003e Ensure the ball joint seat in the steering knuckle is free of debris and corrosion before installation. 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