{"product_id":"suspensia-x05cj0976-suspension-control-arm-and-ball-joint-assembly-front-left-lower","title":"Suspensia X05CJ0976 Suspension Control Arm and Ball Joint Assembly - Front Left Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSuspension Control Arm for BMW i8\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuspensia X05CJ0976 is a front left lower suspension control arm and ball joint assembly for select BMW i8 models. Built from aluminum with rubber bushings and a rubber dust boot, it is made for direct replacement service on the front suspension.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 2014-2017 BMW i8, front left lower. Fits 2019-2020 BMW i8, front left lower. Part number X05CJ0976 is also cross-referenced to 31126866197 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum control arm construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated ball joint with machined mounting type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded ball joint stud with M16 thread size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber bushings included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included with black rubber boot material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocking nut included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable design not required; no grease fitting included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect-fit replacement for front left lower suspension service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuspensia X05CJ0976 combines the control arm and ball joint into one assembly for the front left lower position on the BMW i8. The aluminum arm helps keep weight down, while the composite bearing material, rubber bushings, and rubber dust boot are selected for suspension articulation and joint protection. Suspensia is manufactured in Turkey in IATF 16949 certified factories, with production backed by ISC Industries, a supplier to OE Tier 1 and Tier 2 customers including Ford, Fiat\/Chrysler, Volkswagen Group, and Renault\/Nissan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part number, X05CJ0976, is a practical replacement choice when servicing the front suspension on BMW i8 models from 2014-2017 and 2019-2020. It is built for the front left lower location and matches the listed OE cross-reference 31126866197.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing a worn or noisy front left lower control arm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddressing looseness or play in the ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring front suspension geometry on a BMW i8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrecting clunks, vibration, or uneven tire wear linked to suspension wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing a damaged dust boot or deteriorated bushing assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify fitment by year, model, and front left lower position before installation. Inspect adjacent suspension components, fasteners, and alignment settings during replacement. Because this assembly includes bushings and a dust boot, confirm all mounting points are clean and properly torqued during service. An alignment is recommended after front suspension work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuspensia parts are manufactured in IATF 16949 certified facilities in Turkey, reflecting OE-oriented production standards used by ISC Industries for global automotive supply programs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Suspensia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52420797169845,"sku":"HDHN-X05CJ0976","price":126.46,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/IZ_X05CJ0976_Fro.jpg?v=1777815119","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/suspensia-x05cj0976-suspension-control-arm-and-ball-joint-assembly-front-left-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}