SKP SK640176 Suspension Control Arm - Front Lower

Front Lower Control Arm for Volkswagen and Audi

SKP SK640176 is a front lower suspension control arm for select Volkswagen and Audi applications. It is listed for vehicles such as the Volkswagen Beetle, Jetta, Golf, and Audi A3, with fitment that includes models requiring a front lower arm with bushing and without a ball joint.

Key Features

• Front lower suspension control arm for the specified applications
• Direct fit coverage for Volkswagen Beetle, Jetta, Golf, Golf City, Jetta City, Clasico, Beetle Cabrio, and Audi A3
• Application notes include versions with bushing and without ball joint where listed
• Cross-references MOOG Chassis Products RK640176 and Dorman - OE Solutions 520-760 for the same application
• Part number SK640176 for catalog and fitment verification

Detailed Description

SKP SK640176 is a suspension control arm for the front lower position on select Volkswagen and Audi platforms. It covers long-tail fitment searches such as front lower control arm for 2000-2004 Volkswagen Jetta with bushing and without ball joint, front lower control arm for 1998-2010 Volkswagen Beetle with bushing, and front lower control arm for 1998-2005 Audi A3. The part number SK640176 also applies to later Volkswagen Beetle, Golf, Jetta, Golf City, Jetta City, Clasico, and Beetle Cabrio listings shown in the fitment data.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Excessive front-end looseness or wandering
• Clunking or knocking from the front suspension
• Uneven tire wear related to worn control arm bushings
• Steering instability during braking or cornering
• Visible wear or damage in the front lower suspension arm

Installation Notes and Tips

• Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and front lower position before ordering.
• Check the fitment notes carefully for applications listed without a ball joint and with a bushing.
• Inspect related suspension components during replacement, including bushings and mounting points.
• Confirm the part number SK640176 against the original component and interchange references before installation.

Quality Assurance

SKP SK640176 is cataloged with multiple OE-style cross-references, including MOOG Chassis Products RK640176 and Dorman - OE Solutions 520-760, which helps support fitment verification for the listed Volkswagen and Audi applications.