Vehicle Compatibility
Compatible with:
- 2001 Lexus IS300
- 2002 Lexus IS300
- 2003 Lexus IS300
- 2004 Lexus IS300
- 2005 Lexus IS300
Position:
- Front Driver Side Lower Rearward
- Front Passenger Side Lower Rearward
Complete Two-Piece Kit
The package includes:
- Front driver-side lower rearward control arm
- Front passenger-side lower rearward control arm
Replacing both sides at the same time helps maintain balanced suspension performance and steering characteristics.
Restore Factory Handling
Over time, factory control arm bushings and ball joints wear due to age, mileage, and road conditions.
Replacing worn control arms can help:
- Improve steering stability
- Reduce suspension clunks
- Restore proper wheel alignment
- Improve braking stability
- Reduce uneven tire wear
- Improve overall ride quality
Direct Replacement Design
TRQ engineers these control arms as direct replacements for the original equipment.
Benefits include:
- OEM-style fitment
- Factory mounting locations
- No suspension modifications required
- Compatible with factory steering geometry
- Simplified installation
The pre-assembled design reduces installation time compared to rebuilding original control arms.
Built for Everyday Reliability
These replacement control arms are designed for daily-driven vehicles and restore factory suspension performance.
Features include:
- Durable steel construction
- Factory-style rubber bushings
- Pre-installed components
- Long service life
- OE-style ride quality
Unlike performance-oriented aftermarket arms, these are intended to maintain the comfort and refinement of the original suspension.
Installation
Typical installation includes:
- Raise and safely support the vehicle.
- Remove the factory lower rearward control arms.
- Install the new TRQ control arms.
- Torque all hardware to factory specifications.
- Perform a professional wheel alignment.
No modifications are required for installation.
Common Symptoms of Worn Tie Rod Arms
You may need new lower control arms if your Lexus IS300 experiences:
- Clunking over bumps
- Wandering steering
- Uneven front tire wear
- Loose steering feel
- Vehicle pulling to one side
- Cracked or worn control arm bushings
Replacing worn suspension components early can help prevent additional steering and tire issues.
Pros
- Direct fit for 2001–2005 Lexus IS300
- Includes both driver and passenger control arms
- Pre-assembled for easier installation
- Restores factory handling characteristics
- OE-style fitment
- No modifications required
- Helps eliminate suspension noise
- Excellent value compared to purchasing individually
Cons
- Alignment required after installation
- Designed as an OEM replacement rather than a performance upgrade
- Does not include other suspension components that may also require replacement on higher-mileage vehicles
Final Verdict
The TRQ Front Lower tie rod ends Set is an excellent OEM-style replacement for 2001–2005 Lexus IS300 owners looking to restore factory ride quality and steering precision. With direct-fit installation, pre-assembled components, and both front lower rearward control arms included, this kit provides a convenient and cost-effective suspension refresh.
If your IS300 is showing signs of worn control arm bushings or suspension play, this TRQ kit offers dependable performance and straightforward installation.
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