{"product_id":"dorman-524-227-suspension-control-arm-and-ball-joint-assembly-front-left-upper-forward","title":"Dorman 524-227 Suspension Control Arm and Ball Joint Assembly - Front Left Upper Forward","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 524-227 Front Left Upper Control Arm\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 524-227 is a direct replacement suspension control arm and ball joint assembly for specific Audi applications. It is built for the front left upper forward position and is engineered to restore smooth ride quality, directional stability, and predictable handling on the road.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement for the original equipment control arm and ball joint assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2011-2018 Audi A8 Quattro, front left upper forward\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2013-2018 Audi S8, front left upper forward\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased assembly with the ball joint installed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum control arm construction with rubber bushings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress-in ball joint mounting with pinch-style stud\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack finish for a factory-style appearance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOE-Style Suspension Replacement\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension control arm and ball joint assembly is built for drivers replacing worn front suspension components on Audi A8 Quattro and Audi S8 models. The aluminum arm, rubber bushings, and installed ball joint support consistent suspension movement and help maintain steering response. Part number 524-227 is a practical OE-style replacement for the front left upper forward location.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products (e.g., RK622845) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end clunking or knocking from a worn control arm assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive play from a deteriorated ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to suspension looseness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImprecise steering feel or wandering at highway speeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuspension noise caused by worn bushings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify vehicle fitment by year, make, model, and front left upper forward position before installation. Because the ball joint is press-in and the stud uses a pinch-style connection, proper suspension service tools and alignment procedures are recommended after replacement. Part number 524-227 includes the control arm, ball joint, bushings, and mounting hardware as listed in the product data.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman subjects this assembly to an industry-leading evaluation process to help ensure proper fit and dependable suspension performance. The result is a replacement control arm assembly intended to match the original equipment layout for the listed Audi applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52752808542389,"sku":"BKKY-524-227","price":64.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_524227_Fro.jpg?v=1782888237","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-524-227-suspension-control-arm-and-ball-joint-assembly-front-left-upper-forward","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}