Dorman 538-246 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower Forward

Dorman 538-246 Suspension Ball Joint

Dorman 538-246 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a standard replacement for the original equipment part on select BMW front suspension applications. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable service on 2006-2010 BMW 525xi, 530xi, 528xi, 535xi, 528i xDrive, and 535i xDrive models in the front lower forward position.

Key Features

• Threaded ball joint assembly for front lower forward suspension service
• Steel construction with a grey finish
• Rubber dust boot included to help protect the joint
• Standard replacement suspension grade
• Bolt-in mounting type with two mounting holes
• 12 mm wrench size and 35.5 mm stud thread length
• No grease fitting, cotter pin, castle nut, or bushings included

Detailed Description

This Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 538-246, is made for BMW front suspension repair where the original joint has worn or loosened. It cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K500324 for the same application. The design uses a threaded stud and bolt-in mounting style, with a rubber dust boot and included mounting hardware to support a direct replacement installation on the specified BMW 525xi, 530xi, 528xi, 535xi, 528i xDrive, and 535i xDrive vehicles.

Built from steel and finished in grey, Dorman 538-246 is a practical OE-style replacement for restoring front suspension geometry and joint movement on the front lower forward position. The part number 538-246 is a direct match for shoppers searching for a BMW front lower forward ball joint replacement.

What It Helps Fix

• Front-end clunking or knocking from a worn ball joint
• Excessive play in the front lower suspension
• Uneven tire wear related to suspension looseness
• Steering instability or wandering caused by joint wear
• Inspection failures tied to damaged suspension joints

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s front lower forward position before ordering. This part uses a threaded stud and bolt-in mounting style, so confirm the existing suspension layout and hardware interface on the vehicle. Inspect adjacent control arm and suspension components during replacement, since wear in nearby parts can affect alignment and ride quality after installation.

Quality Assurance

Dorman states that this ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide reliable replacement performance for the original equipment part on the listed BMW applications. Part number 538-246 is built to standard replacement specifications for consistent fit and function.