{"product_id":"dorman-538-823-suspension-ball-joint-front-left-lower","title":"Dorman 538-823 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Left Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 538-823 Front Left Lower Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 538-823 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a direct replacement for the original equipment on select Volkswagen and Audi applications. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable fitment on the front left lower suspension position.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded, bolt-in suspension ball joint for front left lower placement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with a grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included; polychloroprene boot material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium suspension grade type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 mm wrench size and tapered stud design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-greaseable design with no grease fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for select Volkswagen Beetle, Jetta, Golf, and Audi A3 applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment and Application Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 1998-2011 Volkswagen Beetle, front left lower; fits 1999-2010 Volkswagen Jetta, front left lower; fits 1999-2007 Volkswagen Golf, front left lower; fits 1998-2002 Audi A3, front left lower; and fits 2003-2005 Audi A3, front left lower with VIN starting with 4. It also fits 2007-2010 Volkswagen Golf City, front left lower, 2007-2009 Volkswagen Jetta City, front left lower, 2010-2011 Volkswagen Beetle Cabrio, front left lower, and 2011-2015 Volkswagen Clasico, front left lower.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K90355 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat This Ball Joint Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront suspension looseness at the lower control arm connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from worn steering and suspension joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear caused by excess front-end play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImprecise steering response on Volkswagen Beetle, Jetta, Golf, and Audi A3 models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoration of proper front left lower suspension geometry after wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the vehicle’s year, model, and front left lower position before ordering. Confirm the tapered stud and threaded mounting style match the original part, and inspect the surrounding control arm and hardware for wear before installation. Because this is a bolt-in style replacement, proper torque and alignment checks after installation are important for correct suspension operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman manufactures this ball joint as a precision-engineered replacement and subjects it to rigorous testing to support dependable OE-style service on the listed vehicles. Part number 538-823 is built to meet the needs of specific Volkswagen and Audi front suspension applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763262582965,"sku":"BKKY-538-823","price":69.05,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_538823_Bac.jpg?v=1783145189","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-538-823-suspension-ball-joint-front-left-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}