{"product_id":"dorman-539-846-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Dorman 539-846 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 539-846 Front Lower Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 539-846 is a pressed suspension ball joint built for direct replacement on select vehicles. It is engineered and tested for dependable OE-style service on the front lower suspension of the 2007-2017 Lexus LS460.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor Lexus LS460 front lower ball joint replacement, this part number 539-846 combines a steel body, tapered stud, and included dust boot to support a secure suspension connection. It also includes a castle nut, cotter pin, cotter pin hole, and mounting hardware, with a standard replacement suspension grade and press-in mounting type.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2007-2017 Lexus LS460, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePressed, press-in suspension ball joint design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with black finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTapered stud with 14 mm wrench size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included with polychloroprene material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCastle nut and cotter pin included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement suspension grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrease fitting not included; non-greaseable design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 539-846 is a front lower suspension ball joint for the Lexus LS460, covering 2007-2017 model years. It is a press-in style component with a tapered stud and steel construction, made to replace the original equipment part on the front lower suspension. The included dust boot helps protect the joint area, while the supplied castle nut and cotter pin support proper fastening during installation. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K500472 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Symptoms\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront suspension clunking or popping over bumps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive play in the lower control arm area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to worn ball joint movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering looseness or wandering at the front end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspection failure due to suspension joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a press-in ball joint, so removal and installation typically require a suitable press and suspension service tools. Confirm the front lower position and verify the tapered stud, thread length, and mounting dimensions before installation on the Lexus LS460. Because this part is non-greaseable, no grease fitting is used during service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states that this suspension ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested for reliable OE replacement performance on specific vehicles. Part number 539-846 is built to meet standard replacement needs for the Lexus LS460 front lower suspension application.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763269464245,"sku":"BKKY-539-846","price":46.74,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_539846_Fro.jpg?v=1783146008","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-539-846-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}