{"product_id":"dorman-538-780-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Dorman 538-780 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 538-780 Suspension Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 538-780 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a standard replacement for the original equipment part on select vehicles. It is engineered and tested for reliable service on the front lower suspension of the Mercedes-Benz B200, with fitment for 2006-2011 models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2006-2011 Mercedes-Benz B200, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded, bolt-in mounting type for OE-style replacement service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included to help protect the joint area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 mm wrench size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStud type: tapered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard suspension grade replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Product Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 538-780, is designed for the front lower suspension position on the Mercedes-Benz B200. It uses a threaded, bolt-in design and a tapered stud to match the service requirements of the original suspension layout. The steel body, rubber dust boot, and standard replacement construction make it a direct-fit service part for 2006-2011 Mercedes-Benz B200 applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Delphi TC1430 for the same application. The Dorman 538-780 also aligns with interchange references 1693330127, JBJ786, and K500258.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Symptoms\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront suspension clunking or knocking over bumps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive play in the lower control arm area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to worn suspension joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose or imprecise steering feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisible boot wear or joint contamination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eConfirm the vehicle is a 2006-2011 Mercedes-Benz B200 with front lower ball joint service before ordering. Verify stud thread length, wrench size, and mounting hole layout against the original part during installation. Because this is a bolt-in threaded suspension ball joint, proper torque and alignment checks after installation are important for correct suspension geometry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states this suspension ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide a reliable OE replacement for specific vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763260747957,"sku":"BKKY-538-780","price":63.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_538780_Bac.jpg?v=1783144983","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-538-780-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}