{"product_id":"dorman-532-959-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","title":"Dorman 532-959 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 532-959 Ball Joint for EuroVan\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 532-959 is a pressed-in suspension ball joint built for specific Volkswagen EuroVan front upper applications. It is precision-engineered and tested as a direct replacement for the original equipment part on 1992-1997 and 1999-2004 Volkswagen EuroVan models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePressed-style suspension ball joint for front upper placement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal housing with a polymer bearing material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTapered stud design with 16 mm stud thread diameter and 1.5 thread pitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolychloroprene dust boot material for joint protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCastle nut included with mounting hardware and bolts\/studs included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard suspension grade type for OE-style replacement service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHousing press fit diameter: 45.44 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint is designed for Volkswagen EuroVan front upper service where a pressed mounting design is required. The metal construction, polymer bearing material, and tapered stud help restore proper suspension connection at the control arm while maintaining the original equipment style fitment. This part number, 532-959, is a practical replacement choice for EuroVan owners servicing worn front suspension components.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K500097 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end looseness or play from a worn upper ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking noises from the front suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to suspension joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering response issues caused by excess joint movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspection failure from a deteriorated pressed ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1992-1997 Volkswagen EuroVan, front upper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1999-2004 Volkswagen EuroVan, front upper.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePressed installation requires proper removal and installation tools or professional service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify the 45.44 mm housing press fit diameter and tapered stud specification before installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect the surrounding control arm and related suspension parts for wear during replacement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman manufactures this ball joint as a tested replacement component for specific OE applications. The part is built to match the required suspension geometry and service fit for Volkswagen EuroVan front upper use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52756092584117,"sku":"BKKY-532-959","price":33.81,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_532959_Fro.jpg?v=1782974358","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-532-959-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}