{"product_id":"dorman-538-238-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Dorman 538-238 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 538-238 Front Lower Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 538-238 is a press-in suspension ball joint built for front lower applications on select Audi models. It is precision-engineered and tested as a direct replacement for the original equipment design, with a steel body, black finish, and included dust boot for added protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress-in, front lower suspension ball joint for select Audi vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with a black finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included; grease fitting not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement suspension grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBall joint assembly and mounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTapered stud design with 14 mm wrench size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 538-238 for OE-style replacement sourcing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint is designed for front lower suspension service where a press-in fit is required. The steel construction and polychloroprene dust boot support long-term service in the suspension environment, while the standard replacement design follows the original equipment layout for the listed Audi A6, Audi Q5, Audi SQ5, and related performance models. If you are replacing a worn front lower ball joint on an Audi A6 Quattro, Audi Q5, or Audi SQ5, Dorman 538-238 provides a direct-fit service part for the specified applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K500468 and Mevotech Supreme MS70528 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront suspension looseness or play from a worn ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking noises from the lower control arm area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to suspension joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering instability caused by excess joint movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService replacement for press-in front lower ball joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstall this press-in ball joint using the correct suspension service tools and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s procedure for the specific Audi platform. Verify the front lower position, inspect the surrounding control arm and mounting surfaces, and confirm the tapered stud and mounting dimensions before final assembly. Because this design uses a press-in mounting type, proper removal and installation equipment is important for a clean service result.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman engineers this replacement ball joint to match the original equipment function on the listed vehicles and subjects it to testing for fit and reliability. Part number 538-238 is built as a standard replacement for select Audi front lower suspension applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2021-2024 Audi A6, Front Lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2020-2024 Audi A6 allroad, Front Lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2019-2024 Audi A6 Quattro, Front Lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2019-2024 Audi A7 Sportback, Front Lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2018-2024 Audi Q5, Front Lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2020-2024 Audi Q5 PHEV, Front Lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2021-2024 Audi Q5 Sportback, Front Lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2021-2024 Audi RS6 Avant, Front Lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2021-2024 Audi RS7 Sportback, Front Lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2020-2024 Audi S6, Front Lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2020-2024 Audi S7 Sportback, Front Lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2018-2024 Audi SQ5, Front Lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2021-2024 Audi SQ5 Sportback, Front Lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2020 Audi S7, Front Lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2003-2004 Audi RS6, Front Lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763258650805,"sku":"BKKY-538-238","price":71.19,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_538238_Fro.jpg?v=1783144727","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-538-238-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}