{"product_id":"dorman-538-832-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Dorman 538-832 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 538-832 Front Lower Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 538-832 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a standard replacement for the original equipment part on select vehicles. It is engineered and tested for reliable service on the front lower suspension of the 2002-2008 Volkswagen Sharan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement suspension ball joint for the front lower position\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded, bolt-in mounting style for the specified application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with a grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable design with a grease fitting not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included to help protect the joint from contamination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCastle nut, mounting hardware, and cotter pin hole included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTapered stud design with 12 mm wrench size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2002-2008 Volkswagen Sharan, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 538-832, is made for the front lower suspension on the Volkswagen Sharan. It uses a threaded, bolt-in mounting type and a tapered stud to match the OE-style service layout for the listed application. The steel body, dust boot, and greaseable construction support routine suspension service where a worn ball joint can affect steering feel and front-end stability. This part cross-references OE-style numbers such as 7M0407365A and 1026002 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat This Part Helps Address\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 ball joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering wander or reduced directional control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspection failure caused by excessive joint movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the vehicle is a 2002-2008 Volkswagen Sharan with front lower fitment before installation. Inspect the surrounding suspension components, control arm mounting points, and fasteners for wear or damage before replacing the ball joint. Because this is a threaded, bolt-in style part with a tapered stud, proper alignment and torque procedures should be followed after installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states this ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide a reliable OE replacement for the specified vehicle application. Part number 538-832 is built to meet the demands of routine suspension service on the Volkswagen Sharan front lower position.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763263140021,"sku":"BKKY-538-832","price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_538832_Fro.jpg?v=1783145254","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-538-832-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}