{"product_id":"dorman-520-983-suspension-control-arm-and-ball-joint-assembly-front-left-lower-rearward","title":"Dorman 520-983 Suspension Control Arm and Ball Joint Assembly - Front Left Lower Rearward","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 520-983 Suspension Control Arm Assembly\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 520-983 is a direct replacement suspension control arm and ball joint assembly for select Audi applications. It is built for the front left lower rearward position and is engineered to help restore smooth ride quality, directional stability, and predictable handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement for the original equipment control arm assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased for ready-to-install service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel control arm with black finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBall joint included and installed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber bushings included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePressed attachment design with mounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded ball joint stud with 14 mm thread diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight suspension grade type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOE-Style Suspension Replacement\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman 520-983 assembly is built as an OE-style replacement for the front left lower rearward suspension position on 2005-2011 Audi A6, 2005-2011 Audi A6 Quattro, and 2007-2011 Audi S6. It uses a steel casting\/forged control arm design with a pressed ball joint and rubber bushings to match the original suspension layout on these vehicles. This part cross-references Delphi TC1879 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Addresses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end clunking or looseness from worn control arm bushings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven steering response caused by ball joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirectional instability during braking or lane changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuspension noise from deteriorated rubber bushings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring alignment stability after control arm wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the front left lower rearward position before ordering, since this assembly is application-specific. Inspect adjacent suspension components, fasteners, and alignment settings during replacement. Because the ball joint is installed and the unit is pre-greased, installation focuses on proper positioning, torque, and final alignment checks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman backs this control arm assembly with an industry-focused evaluation process to help ensure consistent fit, ride quality, and suspension behavior on the listed Audi A6, Audi A6 Quattro, and Audi S6 applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52752770302133,"sku":"BKKY-520-983","price":153.53,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_520983_Fro.jpg?v=1782886810","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-520-983-suspension-control-arm-and-ball-joint-assembly-front-left-lower-rearward","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}