{"product_id":"dorman-539-801-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Dorman 539-801 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 539-801 Front Lower Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 539-801 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a direct replacement for specific Hyundai and Kia front lower applications. It is precision-engineered and tested for dependable OE-style service on the 2010-2013 Hyundai Tucson, 2011-2013 Kia Sportage, and 2011 Hyundai Sonata with sport suspension excluded.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded, bolt-in suspension ball joint for front lower mounting locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with a grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included to help protect the joint from contamination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCastle nut included for the specified application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCotter pin hole provided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium suspension grade type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWrench size: 12 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStud type: pinch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 539-801, is built for front lower suspension service on select Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage, and Hyundai Sonata models. The assembly uses a threaded, bolt-in design with a steel body, dust boot, and pinch-style stud to match the original equipment layout on the listed vehicles. It also includes a cotter pin hole and castle nut for secure installation in the specified application. For shoppers searching for a front lower ball joint for 2010-2013 Hyundai Tucson or 2011-2013 Kia Sportage, Dorman 539-801 provides a direct-fit replacement option.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products (e.g., K500239) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end looseness or play from a worn lower ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking noises from the front suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to suspension joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering instability or wandering at the front axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspection failure caused by excessive ball joint movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstall on the front lower position only for the listed vehicles. Verify the pinch-style stud, 12 mm wrench size, and threaded mounting layout before installation. Because this application uses a cotter pin hole and castle nut, follow the vehicle service procedure for proper fastener alignment and torque. Confirm suspension configuration on the 2011 Hyundai Sonata, since this part is listed for models without sport suspension.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states this suspension ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide reliable replacement performance for the original equipment on specific vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2010-2013 Hyundai Tucson, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2011-2013 Kia Sportage, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2011 Hyundai Sonata, front lower, wo\/ sport suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763267203253,"sku":"BKKY-539-801","price":47.17,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_539801_Bac.jpg?v=1783145740","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-539-801-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}