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RBK500170D - Ball Joint – Upper Front Suspension Arm

Original price - Original price €33,90
Original price
€33,90
€33,90 - €33,90
Current price €33,90
OEM Part
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Brand Delphi
Upper Front Suspension Arm Ball Joint

The upper ball joint forms the top pivot between the front upper suspension arm and the wheel knuckle, holding the top of the knuckle in location while allowing it to steer and to articulate through suspension travel. Wear at this joint typically presents as steering play, uneven tyre wear or knocking from the front suspension.

Supplied as a service kit including the retaining circlip, so the joint can be renewed in the existing upper arm rather than replacing the complete arm assembly.

Two joints are fitted per vehicle, one per side.
Vehicle Model Land Rover Discovery 3 2005-2009 (L319)
Land Rover Discovery 4 2010-2016 (L319)
Range Rover Sport 2005-2013 (L320)
Fitment Notes Upper front suspension arm ball joint. JLR comment: "Includes Circlip, Service Kit". Qty 2 per vehicle.
DISCOVERY 3 2005-2009 (L319) — upper. 4050KG ECWVTA / with B6 level armouring. From VIN (V)9A000001.
DISCOVERY 4 2010-2016 (L319) — upper. Front upper and lower arms, and with B6 level armouring. From VIN (V)AA000001.
RANGE ROVER SPORT 2005-2013 (L320) — upper. 2005-2009: less ACE suspension with Electronic Stability Control, or with Roll Stability Control — to VIN (V)9A999999. 2010-2013: front upper and lower arms — from VIN (V)AA000001.
Alternative Codes
RBK500170DRBK500170

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Frequently asked questions

What is the upper front suspension arm ball joint and what does it do?
This upper ball joint is the top pivot between the front upper suspension arm and the wheel knuckle. It holds the top of the knuckle in place while letting it steer and articulate through suspension travel, on Discovery 3, Discovery 4 and Range Rover Sport L320.
Does this ball joint come as a kit, and how many are needed?
This ball joint is supplied as a service kit including the circlip. Two are needed per vehicle, one each side, and they're usually replaced in pairs so both front corners wear evenly.
Which vehicles does this upper ball joint fit?
This upper front ball joint fits Land Rover Discovery 3 (2005-2009), Discovery 4 (2010-2016) and Range Rover Sport L320 (2005-2013). Some fitments depend on armouring level and suspension type, so check your VIN against the fitment note before ordering.
What are the signs the upper ball joint is worn?
A worn upper ball joint typically shows as steering play, knocking from the front suspension and uneven tyre wear. It's a safety-critical joint, so replace it promptly and check the wheel alignment afterwards.