Beck Arnley 101-5973 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Left Lower

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Beck Arnley 101-5973 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Left Lower

Brand	Beck Arnley 101-5973
Position	Front Left Lower
Fits	Audi and Volkswagen · 99 vehicles

OE-spec replacement. Built to match form, fit and function for confident installation.

Suspension ball joint. Restores the pivoting connection in the suspension system.

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Beck Arnley 101-5973 Front Left Lower Ball Joint

Beck Arnley 101-5973 is a suspension ball joint built for foreign nameplate OE specifications for form, fit, and function. It is a direct-fit option for front left lower suspension service on select Audi and Volkswagen models, including Audi A3, Audi Q3, Audi RS3, Audi S3, and Volkswagen GTI, Golf R, Tiguan, and Passat applications.

Key Features

Suspension ball joint for the front left lower position
OE-style fitment for select Audi and Volkswagen vehicles
Built to match foreign nameplate OE specifications for form, fit, and function
Part number 101-5973 for accurate ordering and service lookup
Fits a wide range of 2006-2023 Audi and Volkswagen applications

Detailed Description

Beck Arnley 101-5973 is engineered for drivers and technicians replacing a worn front left lower ball joint on compatible Audi and Volkswagen suspension systems. This part supports precise steering response and stable front suspension operation on models such as the Audi A3, A3 Quattro, S3, RS3, Q3, and Volkswagen GTI, Golf R, Jetta, Taos, Tiguan, Arteon, Golf Alltrack, CC, and Passat. If you are searching for a front left lower ball joint for Audi A3 or Volkswagen GTI service, 101-5973 is the correct OE-style replacement to verify against your vehicle’s exact build.

This part cross-references Monroe Shocks & Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.

What It Helps Address

Front-end looseness or play from a worn lower ball joint
Clunking or knocking noises from the front suspension
Uneven tire wear related to suspension joint wear
Imprecise steering feel on Audi and Volkswagen front suspension systems
Inspection failure caused by excessive ball joint movement

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the vehicle’s year, make, model, and front left lower position before ordering. This part fits 2022-2023 Audi A3, front left lower; 2015-2020 Audi A3, front left lower; 2022-2023 Audi A3 Quattro, front left lower; 2015-2020 Audi A3 Quattro, front left lower; 2019-2023 Audi Q3, front left lower; 2022-2023 Audi RS3, front left lower; 2017-2020 Audi RS3, front left lower; 2022-2023 Audi S3, front left lower; 2015-2020 Audi S3, front left lower; 2019-2023 Volkswagen Arteon, front left lower; 2022-2023 Volkswagen Golf R, front left lower; 2015-2019 Volkswagen Golf R, front left lower; 2015-2023 Volkswagen GTI, front left lower; 2019-2023 Volkswagen Jetta, front left lower; 2022-2023 Volkswagen Taos, front left lower; 2018-2023 Volkswagen Tiguan, front left lower; 2017-2019 Volkswagen Golf Alltrack, front left lower; 2016-2018 Audi A3 Sportback e-tron, front left lower; 2009-2017 Volkswagen CC, front left lower; and 2006-2010 Volkswagen Passat, front left lower. Inspect related suspension components during service and verify alignment after installation.

Quality Assurance

Beck Arnley sources parts to meet OE specifications for foreign nameplate applications, helping ensure the right fit and function for the intended vehicle platform. Part number 101-5973 is backed by Beck Arnley’s global sourcing approach and application-specific cataloging for Audi and Volkswagen suspension repair.

This part fits 99 vehicles

Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

Year	Make	Model	Submodel	Liters	Cylinders	Position	Notes
2023	Audi	A3	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2023	Audi	A3 Quattro	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2023	Audi	Q3	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2023	Audi	RS3	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2023	Audi	S3	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2023	Volkswagen	Arteon	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2023	Volkswagen	Golf R	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2023	Volkswagen	GTI	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2023	Volkswagen	Jetta	—	2.0L	L4	Front Left Lower	—
2023	Volkswagen	Taos	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2023	Volkswagen	Tiguan	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2022	Audi	A3	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2022	Audi	A3 Quattro	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2022	Audi	Q3	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2022	Audi	RS3	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2022	Audi	S3	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2022	Volkswagen	Arteon	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2022	Volkswagen	Golf R	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2022	Volkswagen	GTI	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2022	Volkswagen	Jetta	—	2.0L	L4	Front Left Lower	—
2022	Volkswagen	Taos	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2022	Volkswagen	Tiguan	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2021	Audi	Q3	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2021	Volkswagen	Arteon	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2021	Volkswagen	GTI	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2021	Volkswagen	Jetta	—	2.0L	L4	Front Left Lower	—
2021	Volkswagen	Tiguan	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2020	Audi	A3	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2020	Audi	A3 Quattro	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2020	Audi	Q3	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2020	Audi	RS3	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2020	Audi	S3	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2020	Volkswagen	Arteon	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2020	Volkswagen	GTI	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2020	Volkswagen	Jetta	—	2.0L	L4	Front Left Lower	—
2020	Volkswagen	Tiguan	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2019	Audi	A3	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2019	Audi	A3 Quattro	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2019	Audi	Q3	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2019	Audi	RS3	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2019	Audi	S3	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2019	Volkswagen	Arteon	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2019	Volkswagen	Golf Alltrack	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2019	Volkswagen	Golf R	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2019	Volkswagen	GTI	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2019	Volkswagen	Jetta	—	2.0L	L4	Front Left Lower	—
2019	Volkswagen	Tiguan	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2018	Audi	A3	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2018	Audi	A3 Quattro	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2018	Audi	A3 Sportback e-tron	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2018	Audi	RS3	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2018	Audi	S3	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2018	Volkswagen	Golf Alltrack	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2018	Volkswagen	Golf R	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2018	Volkswagen	GTI	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2018	Volkswagen	Tiguan	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2017	Audi	A3	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2017	Audi	A3 Quattro	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2017	Audi	A3 Sportback e-tron	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2017	Audi	RS3	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2017	Audi	S3	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2017	Volkswagen	CC	—	2.0L	L4	Front Left Lower	—
2017	Volkswagen	Golf Alltrack	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2017	Volkswagen	Golf R	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2017	Volkswagen	GTI	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2016	Audi	A3	Premium	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2016	Audi	A3	Premium Plus	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2016	Audi	A3	Prestige	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2016	Audi	A3 Quattro	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2016	Audi	A3 Sportback e-tron	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2016	Audi	S3	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2016	Volkswagen	CC	—	3.6L	V6	Front Left Lower	—
2016	Volkswagen	CC	—	2.0L	L4	Front Left Lower	—
2016	Volkswagen	Golf R	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2016	Volkswagen	GTI	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2015	Audi	A3	Premium	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2015	Audi	A3	Premium Plus	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2015	Audi	A3	Prestige	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2015	Audi	A3 Quattro	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2015	Audi	S3	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2015	Volkswagen	CC	—	3.6L	V6	Front Left Lower	—
2015	Volkswagen	CC	—	2.0L	L4	Front Left Lower	—
2015	Volkswagen	Golf R	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2015	Volkswagen	GTI	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2014	Volkswagen	CC	—	3.6L	V6	Front Left Lower	—
2014	Volkswagen	CC	—	2.0L	L4	Front Left Lower	—
2013	Volkswagen	CC	—	3.6L	V6	Front Left Lower	—
2013	Volkswagen	CC	—	2.0L	L4	Front Left Lower	—
2012	Volkswagen	CC	—	2.0L	L4	Front Left Lower	—
2012	Volkswagen	CC	—	3.6L	V6	Front Left Lower	—
2011	Volkswagen	CC	—	2.0L	L4	Front Left Lower	—
2011	Volkswagen	CC	—	3.6L	V6	Front Left Lower	—
2010	Volkswagen	CC	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2010	Volkswagen	Passat	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2009	Volkswagen	CC	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2009	Volkswagen	Passat	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2008	Volkswagen	Passat	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2007	Volkswagen	Passat	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
2006	Volkswagen	Passat	—	—	—	Front Left Lower	—
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