{"product_id":"skp-sk80526-suspension-control-arm-and-ball-joint-assembly-front-right-upper-rearward","title":"SKP SK80526 Suspension Control Arm and Ball Joint Assembly - Front Right Upper Rearward","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe SKP SK80526 is a suspension control arm and ball joint assembly for the front right upper rearward position. It is built for Audi and Volkswagen applications that require a direct replacement for the specified suspension location. This part number, SK80526, covers a wide range of fitments across Audi A4, A4 Quattro, A6, A6 Quattro, Allroad Quattro, S4, S6, S8, RS6, A8, A8 Quattro, and Volkswagen Passat models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuspension control arm and ball joint assembly for the front right upper rearward position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits multiple Audi and Volkswagen platforms with application-specific fitment notes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoverage includes standard, non-adjustable, and VIN-specific configurations where listed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number SK80526 for catalog and fitment verification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSK80526 is a replacement suspension control arm and ball joint assembly engineered for the front right upper rearward location on select Audi and Volkswagen vehicles. Fitment includes 1996-2009 Audi A4 and A4 Quattro, 1998-2005 Audi A6 Quattro, 2001-2005 Audi Allroad Quattro, 2000-2005 Volkswagen Passat, 1998-2004 Audi A6, 2003-2004 Audi RS6, 1997-2003 Audi A8 Quattro, 2002-2003 Audi S6, 2001-2003 Audi S8, 1997-2000 Audi A8, and 2000-2002 Audi S4, with notes for non-adjustable arms and VIN-specific applications where applicable. Use SK80526 when replacing a worn upper rearward control arm on Audi A4, Audi A6, or Volkswagen Passat suspension systems that match the listed fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Symptoms\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive front suspension play or looseness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from the upper control arm area.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear caused by worn suspension joints.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering instability or wandering during driving.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisible wear at the ball joint or control arm bushings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the vehicle year, model, and fitment note before ordering, especially for 1999 applications with VIN breakpoints and 2006-2008 non-adjustable arm listings. Confirm the front right upper rearward position and match the exact suspension configuration on the vehicle. Professional installation and a post-repair alignment are recommended after replacing suspension components.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSKP replacement parts are cataloged for direct application matching, and SK80526 is listed with multiple interchange references for fitment verification. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SKP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53262736818357,"sku":"GQLW-SK80526","price":25.67,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/5K_SK80526_Fro.jpg?v=1789363816","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/skp-sk80526-suspension-control-arm-and-ball-joint-assembly-front-right-upper-rearward","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}