{"product_id":"dorman-538-829-suspension-ball-joint-front-left-lower","title":"Dorman 538-829 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Left Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 538-829 Suspension Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 538-829 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a standard replacement for the original equipment on select Volkswagen applications. It is engineered and tested for dependable front suspension service on Volkswagen Pointer and Volkswagen Pointer Truck models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement suspension ball joint for select Volkswagen front left lower applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded design with bolt-in mounting type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included with rubber dust boot material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo grease fitting, no adjustable feature, and no cotter pin included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWrench size: 12 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 538-829, is made for the front left lower position on 1998-2010 Volkswagen Pointer Truck and 1998-2009 Volkswagen Pointer. The steel body, threaded style, and standard replacement grade support OE-style service where the original joint has worn, loosened, or developed excess play. For buyers searching for a Volkswagen Pointer front left lower ball joint or a Volkswagen Pointer Truck suspension ball joint replacement, 538-829 provides a direct-fit repair path.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems It Can Help Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end clunking or popping from a worn ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess steering looseness or wandering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear caused by suspension play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose or unstable front left lower suspension movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspection failure related to ball joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eConfirm the front left lower position and compare the threaded, bolt-in design, stud type, and dimensions before installation. Use the specified 12 mm wrench size and follow the vehicle service procedure for alignment checks after replacement. Because this joint does not include a grease fitting or cotter pin, installation should be completed with the correct hardware and torque specifications for the application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states that this suspension ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide reliable replacement performance for the original equipment on specific vehicles. Part number 538-829 is built to standard replacement expectations for the listed Volkswagen Pointer and Volkswagen Pointer Truck fitments.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763262943413,"sku":"BKKY-538-829","price":23.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_538829_Fro.jpg?v=1783145232","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-538-829-suspension-ball-joint-front-left-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}