{"product_id":"dorman-533-247-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Dorman 533-247 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 533-247 Front Lower Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 533-247 is a threaded suspension ball joint engineered as a standard replacement for the original equipment on select Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles. It is built from steel with a rubber dust boot and greaseable design for service-friendly front suspension repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded, press-in suspension ball joint for front lower applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber dust boot included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable design for maintenance access\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTapered stud with 12 mm wrench size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade for OE-style service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 533-247, is designed for front lower suspension service on 1993-1998 Lincoln Mark VIII, 1989-1997 Ford Thunderbird, 1989-1997 Mercury Cougar, and 1990-1995 Ford Cougar. It is a steel, threaded ball joint assembly with a tapered stud, rubber dust boot, and greaseable construction to support routine chassis maintenance. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K8477 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor drivers searching for a front lower ball joint for 1993-1998 Lincoln Mark VIII, front lower suspension repair for 1989-1997 Ford Thunderbird, or a replacement ball joint for 1989-1997 Mercury Cougar and 1990-1995 Ford Cougar, Dorman 533-247 provides a direct-fit service part for the listed vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Repair\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront suspension looseness or play at the ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from the lower control arm area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to worn suspension joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering response issues caused by excess joint movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end noise during braking or turning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a press-in, threaded-style ball joint for front lower placement. Verify vehicle application, suspension geometry, and stud fitment before installation. Use the correct 12 mm wrench size during service and follow factory procedures for pressing and alignment after replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman engineers and tests this replacement ball joint to meet the demands of specific OE applications. The steel construction, dust boot, and greaseable design support dependable suspension service on the listed Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury models.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52756098384053,"sku":"BKKY-533-247","price":39.22,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_533247_Fro.jpg?v=1782975548","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-533-247-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}