{"product_id":"dorman-538-825-suspension-ball-joint-front-left-lower","title":"Dorman 538-825 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Left Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 538-825 Front Left Lower Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 538-825 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a standard replacement for the original equipment part on select Volkswagen models. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable service on the front left lower suspension position.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement suspension ball joint for OE-style service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded, bolt-in mounting type with 3 mounting holes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included with rubber boot material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo grease fitting, no greaseable design, and no adjustable feature\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 mm wrench size and tapered stud design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 538-825, is made for front left lower applications on 2003-2007 Volkswagen Polo, 2005-2009 Volkswagen Lupo, and 2007-2010 Volkswagen SportVan. It is a steel, threaded ball joint assembly with a dust boot and bolt-in mounting style, built to replace the original suspension joint on the specified vehicles. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront suspension looseness or play at the lower ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from the front left suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven steering response caused by worn joint components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess movement in the wheel-end suspension connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWear-related handling issues on Volkswagen Polo, Lupo, and SportVan models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the front left lower position before installation and confirm the threaded, bolt-in mounting style matches the original part. Check stud thread length, wrench size, and mounting hole layout against the removed component. For best results, inspect adjacent suspension parts for wear before completing the repair. Fits 2003-2007 Volkswagen Polo, front left lower. Fits 2005-2009 Volkswagen Lupo, front left lower. Fits 2007-2010 Volkswagen SportVan, front left lower.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman engineers this replacement ball joint to meet the needs of specific OE applications and subjects it to testing for fit and function on the listed Volkswagen vehicles. Part number 538-825 is built as a standard suspension replacement for direct-service use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763262681269,"sku":"BKKY-538-825","price":28.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_538825_Bac.jpg?v=1783145203","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-538-825-suspension-ball-joint-front-left-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}