{"product_id":"dorman-538-386-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Dorman 538-386 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 538-386 Suspension Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 538-386 is a threaded, press-in suspension ball joint built for front lower applications on select Ford Transit, Transit Custom, and Transit Connect models. It is precision-engineered and tested as a direct replacement for the original equipment part on the listed vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded suspension ball joint for front lower suspension service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress-in mounting type for OE-style installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with a grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included; grease fitting, castle nut, cotter pin, and bushings are not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium suspension grade type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes mounting hardware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTapered stud design with 12 mm wrench size and 35.5 mm stud thread length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 538-386, is made for front lower suspension locations on 2007-2014 Ford Transit, 2010-2013 Ford Transit Connect, and 2014-2023 Ford Transit Custom. It uses a press-in mounting style and a threaded, tapered stud design to match the OE service layout on these applications. The steel body and polychloroprene dust boot support everyday suspension use while helping protect the joint from road contamination.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor buyers searching for a Ford Transit front lower ball joint, Ford Transit Connect suspension ball joint, or Ford Transit Custom OE replacement ball joint, Dorman 538-386 provides a direct-fit service part for the listed vehicles. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K500191 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Address\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 front suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to worn steering and suspension joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring proper front-end articulation on Ford Transit, Transit Connect, and Transit Custom models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing a worn press-in lower ball joint during suspension repair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the vehicle’s front lower suspension configuration before ordering. Because this is a press-in design, proper removal and installation tools are required to service the joint correctly. Inspect the surrounding control arm, knuckle, and related hardware for wear before reassembly, and confirm the tapered stud seats fully during installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman engineers and tests this suspension ball joint to provide a reliable OE-style replacement for the specified Ford applications. The design focuses on fit, function, and serviceability for front lower suspension repair.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763259470005,"sku":"BKKY-538-386","price":81.42,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_538386_Fro.jpg?v=1783144840","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-538-386-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}