Land Rover L550 Rear Lower Wishbone Suspension Control Arm Right O/S LR097279

Land Rover L550 Lower Control Arm Right Rear LR097279 is an original part from the Control Arms and Ball Joints group, designed for the rear right suspension. The construction, compliant with Land Rover manufacturer standards, ensures proper axle geometry, stable handling, and predictable vehicle behavior during daily operation.

Specifications and technical data

• SKU: LR097279
• Mark: Land Rover
• Condition: Used
• OEM Part Number: LR097279
• Substitutable numbers: FK72-5K898-BD, LR097279
• Location on the vehicle: Rear, Right
• Part type: Control Arm Kit
• Category: Control Arms, Ball Joints & Assemblies

Purpose and Function in the Suspension System

The lower control arm on the rear right side of L550 series models is responsible for precise wheel guidance and maintaining the set toe and camber angles. A correctly selected component in this position influences:

• vehicle stability when driving straight and through corners,
• even tire wear,
• effective transfer of forces from the body to the wheel,
• reduction of unwanted play and vibrations in the rear axle.

The placement on the vehicle, identified as rear right, allows for unambiguous identification of the mounting position and minimizes the risk of errors when selecting parts.

Benefits of Using an Original Land Rover Control Arm

Using a part from the Land Rover brand means maintaining the original suspension operating parameters. The control arm's construction is tailored to the L550 vehicle's characteristics, which translates to:

• consistency with other rear axle components,
• proper cooperation with ball joints and other mounting points,
• appropriate stiffness and resistance to operational loads.

This solution is particularly recommended for repairs after a collision, replacement upon detecting play, or during geometry correction when it's necessary to restore the original suspension settings.

Component Condition and Installation Aspects

The offered control arm is a used part, allowing for an economical repair while maintaining the original construction. Before installation, standard verification of mounting points, ball joint sockets, and inspection of cooperating suspension elements are recommended to ensure the integrity of the entire system.

The rear right lower control arm is a key load-bearing point in the suspension, so after its replacement, wheel alignment is advised to fully leverage the benefits of the newly installed component and achieve stable, predictable handling.

Technical Support and Selection of Other Components

If you are planning a comprehensive repair or upgrade of the rear axle suspension area in your Land Rover and need other parts from the same group, such as additional control arms, ball joints, or mounting elements, check the available parts in the Land Rover Control Arms and Ball Joints category.

To better understand the role of control arms in the operation of the entire suspension system and the relationships between them, shock absorbers, and stabilizers, it is worth referring to a practical discussion of the topic in the article Suspension System – A Comprehensive Guide to Shock Absorbers, Control Arms, and Stabilizers. This will help you plan subsequent service stages more easily and consciously assess the condition of other rear axle components.