{"product_id":"dorman-538-385-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Dorman 538-385 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 538-385 Front Lower Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 538-385 is a press-in suspension ball joint engineered as a direct replacement for the original equipment on select vehicles. It is built with a steel body, black dust boot, and standard replacement suspension grade for front-end service on the Ford Ranger.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress-in suspension ball joint for front lower installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with black finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included with polychloroprene boot material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement suspension grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBall joint assembly and mounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTapered stud design with 21 mm wrench size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for 2013-2018 Ford Ranger front lower applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 538-385, is precision-engineered and tested to replace the original equipment on specific applications. It is a press-in style front lower ball joint for the 2013-2018 Ford Ranger, built from steel and supplied with a dust boot to help protect the joint interface from road contamination. The tapered stud design and standard replacement construction support proper suspension service on the Ford Ranger front lower position. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront suspension looseness or play at the lower ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from the front end over bumps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to worn suspension joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering instability or wandering caused by joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoration of proper front lower suspension articulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 2013-2018 Ford Ranger, front lower. This is a press-in design, so the control arm and joint bore must be serviced with the correct press tools and procedures. Verify stud taper, mounting dimensions, and alignment after installation. The part number 538-385 should be matched to the vehicle application before service begins.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman manufactures this ball joint as a tested replacement for OE fit and function on the listed application. The part number 538-385 is built to standard replacement specifications for service on the Ford Ranger front lower suspension.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763259404469,"sku":"BKKY-538-385","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_538385_Fro.jpg?v=1783144833","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-538-385-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}