{"product_id":"dorman-538-799-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","title":"Dorman 538-799 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 538-799 Front Upper Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 538-799 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a standard replacement for the original equipment part on select Land Rover vehicles. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable service on front upper suspension applications, including Land Rover Discovery, LR4, Range Rover Sport, and LR3.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded, press-in suspension ball joint for front upper use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with a grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber dust boot included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement suspension grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTapered stud design with 12 mm wrench size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 538-799 for easy identification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Product Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint is designed for direct replacement in front upper suspension locations on 2005-2016 Land Rover applications. It uses a press-in mounting type and a threaded body, with a tapered stud and rubber dust boot to support the joint assembly. The steel housing and standard replacement design make it a practical choice when servicing worn front suspension components on the Land Rover LR3, LR4, Discovery, and Range Rover Sport. Part number 538-799 is also cross-referenced to Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts 172286 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront suspension looseness or play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from the upper control arm area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to worn ball joint movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering wander or imprecise front-end response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspection failure caused by excessive joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the vehicle’s front upper suspension configuration before installation. This part uses a press-in mounting style and threaded body, so proper suspension service tools are recommended for removal and installation. Confirm fitment by year, make, model, and position before ordering. Fits 2005-2009 Land Rover LR3, front upper; fits 2010-2016 Land Rover LR4, front upper; fits 2006-2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, front upper; fits 2014-2016 Land Rover Discovery, front upper.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman manufactures this ball joint as a precision-engineered replacement and subjects it to testing for dependable OE-style service on the listed Land Rover applications. Part number 538-799 is built to match the specified front upper fitment requirements for these vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763261599925,"sku":"BKKY-538-799","price":31.05,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_538799_Fro.jpg?v=1783145075","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-538-799-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}