{"product_id":"dorman-538-802-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Dorman 538-802 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 538-802 Front Lower Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 538-802 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a standard replacement for the original equipment design on select Land Rover applications. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable front suspension service on Discovery, LR4, Range Rover Sport, and LR3 models with front lower fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded suspension ball joint for front lower installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber dust boot included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress-in mounting type with tapered stud design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement suspension grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 mm wrench size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 538-802 for direct catalog reference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint is designed for front lower use on 2005-2016 Land Rover vehicles, including 2005-2009 Land Rover LR3, 2006-2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, 2010-2016 Land Rover LR4, and 2014-2016 Land Rover Discovery. The steel body, rubber dust boot, and tapered stud support a direct OE-style replacement for worn front suspension joints. Part number 538-802 is also cross-referenced to MOOG Chassis Products K500148 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront suspension looseness or play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from the lower control arm area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to worn ball joint movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering instability or wandering at the front end\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 front lower fitment by year, make, and model before installation. This press-in ball joint uses a threaded design and includes mounting hardware; it does not include a grease fitting, castle nut, cotter pin, bushings, or washers. The tapered stud and 12 mm wrench size should be matched to the vehicle’s service procedure, and the control arm should be inspected for wear before pressing in the new joint.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman manufactures this ball joint as a tested replacement part for specific OE applications. The design focuses on fit, function, and durability for Land Rover front suspension service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2014-2016 Land Rover Discovery, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2010-2016 Land Rover LR4, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2006-2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2005-2009 Land Rover LR3, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763261862069,"sku":"BKKY-538-802","price":41.93,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_538802_Fro.jpg?v=1783145096","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-538-802-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}