How to inspect and replace ball joints on control arms on Volkswagen Jetta?

Check the control arm balljoints on their looseness whenever any of them is dislocated between the steering knuckle by trying to move the ballstud in the socket with your fingers; when they are loose, or when the steering knuckle can move the ballstud, change the balljoint. In order to test the balljoints when the suspension is fitted, lift the front part of the car and position it on the jackstands safely on the frame rails. Install a floor jack underneath the front lower control arm and lift it a little and then try to lift the steering knuckle up and down either by a large prybar under the tire or between the end of control arm and steering knuckle, and in case of play is detected, change the balljoint. Also, attempt to move the steering knuckle in-and-out, by jerking the tire inwards and outwards and watching the area of balljoint attachment; in case of any play is experienced or observed, replace the balljoint. Inspect the balljoint boot by looking at the joints used and check whether there are any cracks or tears on them and change the balljoint should there be any cracks or tears found. To replace it, take off the wheel trim, or the hub cap, where necessary, and loosen the driveaxle or hub bolt a quarter turn, with the car on its wheels, and also loosen the wheel bolts. Lift the front of the car and place it on jack stands so that the rear tire does not roll and then take off the wheel and driveaxle or hub bolt, making sure to install a driveaxle or hub bolt of the same type. Take the nut of the balljoint to steering knuckle a couple of turns without fully removing it, then take away the nuts of the balljoint to control arm. Disassemble the control arm with the balljoint, dislodge the driveaxle of the hub to the extent needed to insert a small balljoint separator and detach the balljoint stud of the steering knuckle making sure that the nut remains loose so it does not violently separate. Unscrew the nut and take out the balljoint of the steering knuckle, and screw in the new balljoint of the steering knuckle as well as screw in the nut of the steering knuckle without screwing it in to the end. Install the balljoint to the lower arm and attach the fasteners to the required torque and the balljoint-to-steering knuckle nut to the required torque as well. Lastly, fit the wheel and bolts, lower the vehicle, tighten the wheel bolts to the required torque and then fit a new driveaxle or hub bolt and tighten it to the required torque.

What are the steps and considerations for renewing ball joints in a vehicle's suspension system on Volkswagen Transporter?

With the exception of the correct setting of the camber adjusting bush on the upper joint pin, no adjustments can be made; worn joints beyond specification limits must be renewed. Each joint features a removable plug, which can be replaced by a grease nipple for adding grease if the joint squeaks, although regular greasing is not necessary. These plugs cover a special recess used with a jig for checking arm alignment, and later models do not include them. Testing for play in the suspension ball joints cannot be performed by the standard method of jacking up the vehicle due to the strong spring loading of the lower halves of the ball joint bearing cups; instead, play is measured by drawing the pins downwards. To check the lower joint play, a lever with a pivoting hooked section is used to move the upper torsion arm down, while the upper joint is checked by leveraging the upper arm up. To renew the ball joints, they must first be removed from the knuckle by unscrewing the taper pin nuts and pressing them out with a claw clamp, taking care not to damage the hydraulic pipe. If a claw clamp is unavailable, the tapers can be loosened by striking the sides of the eyes in the steering knuckle, though excessive force may distort the knuckle. The ball joints must then be removed from the torsion arms, which are a splined press fit, necessitating their removal. It is advisable to take the torsion arms to a VW agent for fitting new ball joints, as improper tools can complicate the process and damage could be costly. The eccentric bush on the upper joint pin must be transferred to the new joint, and after replacing the torsion arms, the ball joint pins should be refitted into the steering knuckle, ensuring that the notch on the eccentric bush of the top joint pin faces forward; if it does not, a complete check of the steering geometry is recommended as a precaution.

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Volkswagen Ball Joint Part Number: 191-407-365-A
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- Other Name: Joint; Ball Joint
- Position: Lower
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- Golf | 1985-1988 | Base, GL, GT, GTI, GTI 16-Valve | 4 Cyl 1.6 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS
- Jetta | 1984-1988 | Base, Carat, GL, GLI, GLI 16-Valve, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.6 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 1.7 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS
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Volkswagen Ball Joint Part Number: 1H0-407-365-A
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- Other Name: Joint; Ball Joint
- Position: Lower
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- Corrado | 1992-1994 | SLC | 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
- Golf | 1995-1998 | GTI VR6 | 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
- Jetta | 1994-1999 | GLX | 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
- Passat | 1993-1997 | GLX | 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
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Volkswagen Ball Joint Part Number: 171-407-365-F
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- Other Name: Joint; Lower Ball Joint
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- Cabriolet | 1985-1993 | Base, Bestseller, Boutique, Carat, Classic, Etienne Aigner, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS
- Rabbit | 1984 | GL, GTI, L, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.6 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 1.7 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS
- Rabbit Convertible | 1984 | Base, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS
- Scirocco | 1984-1988 | 16-Valve, Base | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS
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Volkswagen Ball Joint Part Number: 3QF-407-365
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- Other Name: Joint; Ball Joint, Lower Ball Joint
- Position: Left
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- Atlas | 2018-2024 | Launch Edition, Peak Edition SE, Peak Edition SEL, S, SE, SE R-Line, SEL, SEL Premium, SEL Premium R-Line, SEL R-Line, SEL R-Line Black | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
- Atlas Cross Sport | 2020-2024 | S, SE, SE R-Line, SEL, SEL Premium, SEL Premium R-Line, SEL R-Line, SEL R-Line Black, Trendline | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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Volkswagen Ball Joint Part Number: 1K0-407-365-C
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- Other Name: Joint; Lower Ball Joint
- Position: Left
- Replaces: 1K0-407-365-E
Fits the following Volkswagen Models:
- Beetle | 2012-2019 | #PinkBeetle, Base, Classic, Coast, Denim, Dune, Final Edition SE, Final Edition SEL, Fleet Edition, GSR, R-Line, R-Line S, R-Line SE, R-Line SEL, S, SE, SEL, TDI, Turbo, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
- Eos | 2007-2016 | 2.0T, 3.2, Base, Executive, Final Edition, Komfort, Lux, Sport, Turbo, VR6 | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.2 L GAS
- GTI | 2006-2014 | Base, Driver's Edition, Fahrenheit, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- Golf | 2010-2014 | Base, TDI | 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
- Golf R | 2012-2013 | Base | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- Jetta | 2005-2018 | 2.0T, 2.5, Base, GL, GL TDI, GLI, GLI SE, GLI SEL, GLS, GLS TDI, Hybrid, Hybrid SE, Hybrid SEL, Hybrid SEL Premium, S, SE, SE Sport, SEL, SEL Premium, Sport, TDI, TDI Cup Edition, TDI Premium, TDI S, TDI SE, TDI SEL, Value Edition, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.4 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 4 Cyl 1.4 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.9 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
- Passat | 2012-2022 | GT, Limited Edition, R-Line, S, SE, SE R-Line, SEL, SEL Premium, Sport, TDI SE, TDI SEL, TDI SEL Premium, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
- R32 | 2008 | Base | 6 Cyl 3.2 L GAS
- Rabbit | 2006-2009 | 2.5, S | 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
- Tiguan | 2009-2017 | R-Line, S, SE, SEL, Sport, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen Ball Joint Part Number: 1J0-407-365-J
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- Other Name: Joint; Ball Joint
- Position: Left
- Replaces: 1J0-407-365-H, 1J0-407-365-C, 1J0-407-365-D
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- Beetle | 1998-2010 | 2.5, Base, GL, GLS, GLS TDI, GLX, S, SE, Sport, TDI, Turbo S | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.9 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
- Golf | 1999-2006 | GL, GL TDI, GLS, GLS TDI, GTI, GTI 1.8T, GTI 20th Anniversary, GTI 337, GTI GLS, GTI GLX, GTI VR6, TDI, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.9 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
- Jetta | 1995-2005 | GL, GL TDI, GLI, GLS, GLS TDI, GLX, TDI, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.9 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
- Passat | 1995-1997 | GLX | 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
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- Other Name: Joint; Ball Joint
- Position: Right
- Replaces: 1J0-407-366-C, 1J0-407-366-D, 1J0-407-366-H
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- Beetle | 1998-2010 | 2.5, Base, GL, GLS, GLS TDI, GLX, S, SE, Sport, TDI, Turbo S | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.9 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS
- Golf | 1999-2006 | GL, GL TDI, GLS, GLS TDI, GTI, GTI 1.8T, GTI 20th Anniversary, GTI 337, GTI GLS, GTI GLX, GTI VR6, TDI, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.9 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
- Jetta | 1999-2005 | GL, GL TDI, GLI, GLS, GLS TDI, GLX, TDI, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.9 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
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Volkswagen Ball Joint Part Number: 357-407-365
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- Other Name: Joint; Ball Joint
- Position: Lower
- Replaces: 357-407-365-A
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- Cabrio | 1995-2002 | Base, GL, GLS, GLX, High Line | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- Corrado | 1990-1992 | G60 | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS
- Golf | 1988-1999 | Base, Celebration Edition, City, GL, GT, GTI, GTI 16-Valve, GTI 8-Valve, K2, Limited Edition, TDI | 4 Cyl 1.6 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.9 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- Jetta | 1988-1999 | Base, Carat, Celebration Edition, City, GL, GLI 16-Valve, GLS, GT, Jazz, K2, Limited Edition, TDI, Trek, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.6 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.9 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- Passat | 1995-1997, 1990-1993 | CL, GL, GLS, TDI | 4 Cyl 1.9 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen Ball Joint Part Number: 3QF-407-366
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- Other Name: Joint; Ball Joint, Lower Ball Joint
- Position: Right
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- Atlas | 2018-2024 | Launch Edition, Peak Edition SE, Peak Edition SEL, S, SE, SE R-Line, SEL, SEL Premium, SEL Premium R-Line, SEL R-Line, SEL R-Line Black | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
- Atlas Cross Sport | 2020-2024 | S, SE, SE R-Line, SEL, SEL Premium, SEL Premium R-Line, SEL R-Line, SEL R-Line Black, Trendline | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
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Volkswagen Ball Joint Part Number: 5Q0-407-365-E
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- Other Name: Joint
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- Jetta | 2019-2024 | GLI 35th Anniversary Edition, GLI Autobahn, GLI S, R-Line, S, SE, SEL, SEL Premium, Sport | 4 Cyl 1.4 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.5 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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- Other Name: Joint
Fits the following Volkswagen Models:
- Golf | 2020-2021 | TSi | 4 Cyl 1.4 L GAS
- Jetta | 2019-2024 | GLI 35th Anniversary Edition, GLI Autobahn, GLI S, R-Line, S, SE, SEL, SEL Premium, Sport | 4 Cyl 1.4 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.5 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen Ball Joint Part Number: 5WA-407-365
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- GTI | 2022-2023 | 40th Anniversary Edition, Autobahn, S, SE | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- Golf | 2015-2021 | Base, Launch Edition, S, SE, SEL, TDI S, TDI SE, TDI SEL, TSi, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.4 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL
- Golf Alltrack | 2017-2019 | S, SE, SEL | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS
- Golf R | 2022 | Base | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- Golf SportWagen | 2015-2019 | Limited Edition, S, SE, SEL, TDI S, TDI SE, TDI SEL | 4 Cyl 1.4 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL
- e-Golf | 2015-2019 | Limited Edition, SE, SEL Premium | BATTERY EV (EV/BEV)
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- Other Name: Joint
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- GTI | 2022-2023 | 40th Anniversary Edition, Autobahn, S, SE | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- Golf | 2015-2021 | Base, Launch Edition, S, SE, SEL, TDI S, TDI SE, TDI SEL, TSi, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.4 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL
- Golf Alltrack | 2017-2019 | S, SE, SEL | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS
- Golf R | 2022 | Base | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- Golf SportWagen | 2015-2019 | Limited Edition, S, SE, SEL, TDI S, TDI SE, TDI SEL | 4 Cyl 1.4 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L DIESEL
- e-Golf | 2015-2019 | Limited Edition, SE, SEL Premium | BATTERY EV (EV/BEV)
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Volkswagen Lower Ball Joint Part Number: 701-407-361-B
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- Other Name: Joint
- Position: Lower
Fits the following Volkswagen Models:
- EuroVan | 1997, 1995, 1993 | Base, Camper, CL, GL, GLS, MV, Transport | 5 Cyl 2.4 L DIESEL, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
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Volkswagen Ball Joint Part Number: 3C0-407-366-B
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- Other Name: Joint; Ball Joint
- Position: Right
- Replaces: 3C0-407-366-A
Fits the following Volkswagen Models:
- Arteon | 2019-2023 | SE, SE R-Line, SEL, SEL Premium, SEL Premium R-Line, SEL R-Line | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- CC | 2009-2017 | 4 Motion, Executive, Executive 4 Motion, Lux, Lux Limited, Lux Plus, Luxury, R-Line, R-Line Executive, Sport, Sport Plus, Trend, V6 Executive 4Motion, VR6, VR6 4Motion, VR6 4Motion Executive, VR6 Sport | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
- GTI | 2015-2024 | 40th Anniversary Edition, Autobahn, Rabbit Edition, S, SE, Sport | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- Golf Alltrack | 2017-2019 | S, SE, SEL | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS
- Golf R | 2022-2023, 2015-2019 | 20th Anniversary Edition, Base | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- Golf SportWagen | 2017-2019 | S, SE, SEL | 4 Cyl 1.4 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS
- Jetta | 2019-2024 | GLI 35th Anniversary Edition, GLI Autobahn, GLI S, R-Line, S, SE, SEL, SEL Premium, Sport | 4 Cyl 1.4 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.5 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- Passat | 2006-2010 | 2.0T, 3.6, Komfort, Lux, Turbo, Value Edition, VR6, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
- Taos | 2022-2024 | S, SE, SEL | 4 Cyl 1.5 L GAS
- Tiguan | 2018-2024 | S, SE, SE R-Line Black, SEL, SEL Premium, SEL Premium R-Line, SEL R-Line, SEL R-Line Jet Black | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen Ball Joint Part Number: 3C0-407-365-B
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- Other Name: Joint; Ball Joint
- Position: Left
- Replaces: 3C0-407-365-A
Fits the following Volkswagen Models:
- Arteon | 2019-2023 | SE, SE R-Line, SEL, SEL Premium, SEL Premium R-Line, SEL R-Line | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- CC | 2009-2017 | 4 Motion, Executive, Executive 4 Motion, Lux, Lux Limited, Lux Plus, Luxury, R-Line, R-Line Executive, Sport, Sport Plus, Trend, V6 Executive 4Motion, VR6, VR6 4Motion, VR6 4Motion Executive, VR6 Sport | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
- GTI | 2015-2024 | 40th Anniversary Edition, Autobahn, Rabbit Edition, S, SE, Sport | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- Golf Alltrack | 2017-2019 | S, SE, SEL | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS
- Golf R | 2022-2023, 2015-2019 | 20th Anniversary Edition, Base | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- Golf SportWagen | 2017-2019 | S, SE, SEL | 4 Cyl 1.4 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS
- Jetta | 2019-2024 | GLI 35th Anniversary Edition, GLI Autobahn, GLI S, R-Line, S, SE, SEL, SEL Premium, Sport | 4 Cyl 1.4 L GAS, 4 Cyl 1.5 L GAS, 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
- Passat | 2006-2010 | 2.0T, 3.6, Komfort, Lux, Turbo, Value Edition, VR6, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.6 L GAS
- Taos | 2022-2024 | S, SE, SEL | 4 Cyl 1.5 L GAS
- Tiguan | 2018-2024 | S, SE, SE R-Line Black, SEL, SEL Premium, SEL Premium R-Line, SEL R-Line, SEL R-Line Jet Black | 4 Cyl 2.0 L GAS
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Volkswagen Upper Ball Joint Part Number: 701-407-187-B
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- Other Name: Ball Joint; Upper Ball Joint
- Position: Upper
Fits the following Volkswagen Models:
- EuroVan | 1999-2003, 1997, 1995, 1993 | Base, Camper, CL, GL, GLS, MV, Transport | 5 Cyl 2.4 L DIESEL, 5 Cyl 2.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
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Volkswagen Lower Ball Joint Part Number: 7D0-407-361
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- Other Name: Joint
- Position: Lower
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- EuroVan | 1999-2003, 1997 | Camper, GLS, MV | 6 Cyl 2.8 L GAS
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Volkswagen Ball Joint Part Number: 307-407-365-2
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- Other Name: Joint; Ball Joint
- Position: Left
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- Fox | 1987-1993 | Base, GL, GL Sport | 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS
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Volkswagen Ball Joint Part Number: 823-407-365-E
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- Other Name: Joint; Ball Joint
- Position: Lower
Fits the following Volkswagen Models:
- Quantum | 1984-1988 | Base, GL, Syncro, Wolfsburg Edition | 4 Cyl 1.6 L DIESEL, 4 Cyl 1.8 L GAS, 5 Cyl 2.2 L GAS

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The Volkswagen Ball Joint ensures the smooth steering of the front suspension and absorbs bumps, thereby allowing every VW driver to have confident control. From its beginnings in 1937 with the people car vision to modern ID.3 electric models, the brand has won trust with rock-solid engineering, clever MQB platforms that cut weight, punchy TSI turbo engines with direct injection, and tech-friendly cabins that greet occupants with digital cockpits, head-up displays, park assist, and the intuitive MIB touchscreen system. The Beetle taught the world how a simple shape could charm, the Type 2 van demonstrated versatility, and today the lines of VW combine a clean design with efficiency, whether powered by gasoline or battery. Reliable build quality, smart safety assists, and an emphasis on driving pleasure ensure that every vehicle in the range is suited to daily life or long adventure. Just like the cars, this is a vital Ball Joint between the suspension arm and steering knuckle that works like a tough metal ankle that allows the wheel to move up and down and to turn left or right without binding. A sealed boot traps grease and keeps grit out, meaning that the joint remains quiet and firm for thousands of miles on city streets or rough backroads. When intact, it preserves tire wear, maintains alignment, and keeps steering precise across the entire range.

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1K0-407-365-C
Q: How to inspect and replace ball joints on control arms on Volkswagen Jetta?
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Check the control arm balljoints on their looseness whenever any of them is dislocated between the steering knuckle by trying to move the ballstud in the socket with your fingers; when they are loose, or when the steering knuckle can move the ballstud, change the balljoint. In order to test the balljoints when the suspension is fitted, lift the front part of the car and position it on the jackstands safely on the frame rails. Install a floor jack underneath the front lower control arm and lift it a little and then try to lift the steering knuckle up and down either by a large prybar under the tire or between the end of control arm and steering knuckle, and in case of play is detected, change the balljoint. Also, attempt to move the steering knuckle in-and-out, by jerking the tire inwards and outwards and watching the area of balljoint attachment; in case of any play is experienced or observed, replace the balljoint. Inspect the balljoint boot by looking at the joints used and check whether there are any cracks or tears on them and change the balljoint should there be any cracks or tears found. To replace it, take off the wheel trim, or the hub cap, where necessary, and loosen the driveaxle or hub bolt a quarter turn, with the car on its wheels, and also loosen the wheel bolts. Lift the front of the car and place it on jack stands so that the rear tire does not roll and then take off the wheel and driveaxle or hub bolt, making sure to install a driveaxle or hub bolt of the same type. Take the nut of the balljoint to steering knuckle a couple of turns without fully removing it, then take away the nuts of the balljoint to control arm. Disassemble the control arm with the balljoint, dislodge the driveaxle of the hub to the extent needed to insert a small balljoint separator and detach the balljoint stud of the steering knuckle making sure that the nut remains loose so it does not violently separate. Unscrew the nut and take out the balljoint of the steering knuckle, and screw in the new balljoint of the steering knuckle as well as screw in the nut of the steering knuckle without screwing it in to the end. Install the balljoint to the lower arm and attach the fasteners to the required torque and the balljoint-to-steering knuckle nut to the required torque as well. Lastly, fit the wheel and bolts, lower the vehicle, tighten the wheel bolts to the required torque and then fit a new driveaxle or hub bolt and tighten it to the required torque.
Upper Ball Joint
251-407-361
Q: What are the steps and considerations for renewing ball joints in a vehicle's suspension system on Volkswagen Transporter?
A:
With the exception of the correct setting of the camber adjusting bush on the upper joint pin, no adjustments can be made; worn joints beyond specification limits must be renewed. Each joint features a removable plug, which can be replaced by a grease nipple for adding grease if the joint squeaks, although regular greasing is not necessary. These plugs cover a special recess used with a jig for checking arm alignment, and later models do not include them. Testing for play in the suspension ball joints cannot be performed by the standard method of jacking up the vehicle due to the strong spring loading of the lower halves of the ball joint bearing cups; instead, play is measured by drawing the pins downwards. To check the lower joint play, a lever with a pivoting hooked section is used to move the upper torsion arm down, while the upper joint is checked by leveraging the upper arm up. To renew the ball joints, they must first be removed from the knuckle by unscrewing the taper pin nuts and pressing them out with a claw clamp, taking care not to damage the hydraulic pipe. If a claw clamp is unavailable, the tapers can be loosened by striking the sides of the eyes in the steering knuckle, though excessive force may distort the knuckle. The ball joints must then be removed from the torsion arms, which are a splined press fit, necessitating their removal. It is advisable to take the torsion arms to a VW agent for fitting new ball joints, as improper tools can complicate the process and damage could be costly. The eccentric bush on the upper joint pin must be transferred to the new joint, and after replacing the torsion arms, the ball joint pins should be refitted into the steering knuckle, ensuring that the notch on the eccentric bush of the top joint pin faces forward; if it does not, a complete check of the steering geometry is recommended as a precaution.