The lateral link provides support for the rear axle and wheels and it maintains the wheel hub well balanced.
Lateral link functionThe lateral link's only operation is to keep the wheels aligned straight and balanced while the front suspension does the rest of the labor. It is attached to the wheel hub and the sub-frame based on the option the vehicle offers. It is a solid part that has bushing and supports brackets that make up the entire system. But things can go bad if the lateral link part is not working properly.
Common problems with a faulty lateral linkA faulty lateral link can be the source of the steering and handling feeling unstable.