{"product_id":"dorman-538-387-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Dorman 538-387 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 538-387 Front Lower Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 538-387 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a standard OE-style replacement for specific Ford applications. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable service on the front lower suspension position, including Ford Courier and Ford Fiesta fitments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded suspension ball joint for front lower installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with a grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber dust boot included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement suspension grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolt-in mounting type with 3 mounting holes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 mm wrench size and pinch-style stud design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo grease fitting, no cotter pin, and no bushings included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 538-387, is made for direct replacement use on select Ford front lower suspension applications. It uses a threaded design with steel construction and a rubber dust boot to help protect the joint area from road contamination. The assembly includes mounting hardware and is built for standard replacement service rather than adjustable or greaseable use. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible With 2001-2012 Ford Courier, front lower, and 1998-2001 Ford Fiesta, front lower. For buyers searching for a Ford Courier front lower ball joint or a Ford Fiesta front lower suspension ball joint, Dorman 538-387 provides a direct-fit replacement option for the listed vehicles. The part number 538-387 is also useful when matching OE-style service parts for these Ford models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\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 suspension joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering instability caused by worn front lower components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspection failures tied to excessive ball joint wear\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 installation. This part uses a bolt-in mounting type, a threaded body, and a pinch-style stud with a 12 mm wrench size. Confirm the fitment against the vehicle year, make, model, and position listed for Ford Courier and Ford Fiesta applications before service begins.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman manufactures this ball joint as a precision-engineered replacement and subjects it to testing for dependable OE-style service on the specified vehicles. Part number 538-387 is built to meet standard replacement expectations for the listed Ford front lower applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763259502773,"sku":"BKKY-538-387","price":25.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_538387_Bac.jpg?v=1783144847","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-538-387-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}