02A311523B Volkswagen needle sle

This little sleeve basically provides a super smooth, hardened surface inside the ball joint itself. It’s a precision – made tube that sits around the ball joint’s stud, and it’s designed to reduce friction where the joint pivots. It doesn’t actually connect things, it works within the connection to make movement easier. Think of your ball joints as the places where your wheels can steer and the suspension can move up and down. The needle sleeve is a critical part of how that happens. It allows the ball joint to rotate and flex without binding or wearing out quickly. It's nestled right in there, working constantly. Essentially, it acts like a shield, preventing direct metal – to – metal contact between the ball and the joint socket. If this sleeve fails, you’ll notice if it's bad. The ball joint will start to bind up, leading to a rough ride, clunking noises when you go over bumps, and eventually, significant wear and tear on the whole suspension system. It’ll accelerate the wear on the ball joint itself, and potentially other components. It’s a small part, but a worn or damaged needle sleeve can cause a lot of problems down the line. Replacing it during a ball joint service is often a good idea. You can find these pretty readily, and places like Fixparts Online usually stock them. They're inexpensive to replace compared to the damage a failed one can cause. Suitable for every driver: Needle sleeve (MPN 02A311523B) includes a 12-month warranty!

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