{"product_id":"dorman-538-831-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Dorman 538-831 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 538-831 Suspension Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 538-831 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a standard replacement for the original equipment on select Volkswagen Pointer and Volkswagen Pointer Truck applications. It is precision-engineered and tested for dependable front lower suspension service on vehicles with manual steering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded, bolt-in suspension ball joint design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade for OE-style service\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\u003eTwo mounting holes; 12 mm wrench size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo grease fitting, no cotter pin, and no mounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 538-831 for easy identification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint is designed for the front lower position on select Volkswagen Pointer and Volkswagen Pointer Truck models with manual steering. The steel body and threaded mounting style support a direct replacement approach for worn OE components, while the included dust boot helps protect the joint from road contamination. If you are servicing a Volkswagen Pointer Truck front lower suspension or a Volkswagen Pointer front lower suspension, 538-831 provides a straightforward OE-style solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end looseness from a worn lower ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from the front suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to suspension joint play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering instability in manual-steering Volkswagen Pointer and Pointer Truck models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess movement at the front lower suspension pivot point\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible With 1998 Volkswagen Pointer Truck, front lower; 1998-2009 Volkswagen Pointer, front lower; 1999-2010 Volkswagen Pointer Truck, front lower, with manual steering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify the threaded mounting style, two-hole mounting pattern, and 12 mm wrench size before installation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect the surrounding control arm and mounting surfaces for wear before replacing the joint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBecause mounting hardware is not included, reuse or source the correct hardware separately as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways confirm vehicle steering configuration and suspension position against the existing part.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman manufactures this ball joint as a precision-engineered replacement and subjects it to rigorous testing for reliable service on the specified Volkswagen Pointer and Volkswagen Pointer Truck fitments. Part number 538-831 is built to meet standard replacement expectations for front lower suspension repair.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763263074485,"sku":"BKKY-538-831","price":24.87,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_538831_Bac.jpg?v=1783145247","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-538-831-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}