{"product_id":"dorman-538-244-suspension-ball-joint-front-inner-lower-right","title":"Dorman 538-244 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Inner Lower Right","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 538-244 Suspension Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 538-244 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a standard replacement for the original equipment part on select BMW applications. It is engineered and tested for reliable fitment on the front inner lower right position for 2001-2005 BMW 325xi and 2001-2005 BMW 330xi.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision-engineered suspension ball joint for OE-style replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded, bolt-in design for the front inner lower right position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with a gray finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included with rubber boot material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard suspension grade replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 mm wrench size and tapered stud type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 538-244, is made for BMW 325xi and BMW 330xi models from 2001 through 2005 in the front inner lower right location. The steel body, threaded mounting style, and tapered stud are specified to match the service needs of the original suspension layout. Dorman 538-244 is a direct-fit replacement choice for drivers servicing worn front suspension components on these BMW xi models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Beck\/Arnley 101-7358 and MOOG Chassis Products K500349 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront suspension looseness at the inner lower right joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from worn ball joint components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven steering response caused by joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess play in the front suspension linkage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspection failures related to ball joint condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the vehicle position before installation: Fits 2001-2005 BMW 325xi, front inner lower right, and Fits 2001-2005 BMW 330xi, front inner lower right. Confirm the tapered stud, threaded mount, and 12 mm wrench size match the original part before beginning service. Inspect adjacent suspension parts for wear so the repair addresses the full source of looseness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states this ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide a reliable OE replacement on the listed vehicles. The part is built as a standard suspension replacement with the specified dust boot and mounting hardware included.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763258912949,"sku":"BKKY-538-244","price":51.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_538244_Bac.jpg?v=1783144763","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-538-244-suspension-ball-joint-front-inner-lower-right","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}