{"product_id":"dorman-533-249-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Dorman 533-249 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 533-249 Front Lower Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 533-249 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a direct replacement for the original equipment design on select vehicles. It is precision-engineered and tested for dependable front suspension service on the Ford Aerostar front lower position.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1990-1997 Ford Aerostar, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded ball joint design with press-in mounting type\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 with grease fitting not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCastle nut included; cotter pin hole provided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard suspension grade replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStud type: tapered; wrench size: 12 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOE-Style Suspension Replacement\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 533-249, is made for the front lower suspension on 1990-1997 Ford Aerostar models. It uses a steel body, rubber dust boot, and threaded construction to match the service needs of the original front suspension layout. The assembly is greaseable and includes mounting hardware, making it a practical OE-style replacement for worn front lower ball joints on the Ford Aerostar. This part cross-references Mevotech Supreme (e.g., MK8547) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestores front suspension joint movement when the original ball joint is worn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAddresses looseness or clunking from the front lower suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps correct steering feel affected by excess play in the joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports replacement after torn dust boot or grease loss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eServes as a direct replacement for front lower service on Ford Aerostar models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify fitment by year and position before installation. This part is for the front lower location on 1990-1997 Ford Aerostar applications. The tapered stud, castle nut, and cotter pin hole should be aligned during assembly, and the press-in mounting style requires proper suspension service tools and procedures. Part number 533-249 should be matched to the vehicle’s original configuration before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman designs this ball joint as a precision replacement and subjects it to testing for reliable service on the specified application. The steel construction, greaseable design, and included dust boot support long-term suspension repair on compatible Ford Aerostar front lower applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52756098449589,"sku":"BKKY-533-249","price":24.51,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_533249_Fro.jpg?v=1782975561","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-533-249-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}