{"product_id":"dorman-539-861-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Dorman 539-861 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 539-861 Front Lower Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 539-861 is a threaded, press-in suspension ball joint built for the front lower position on select Ford, Mazda, and Mercury vehicles. It is precision-engineered and tested as a direct replacement for the original equipment design on the listed applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse this part for Ford Escape front lower ball joint replacement, Mazda Tribute front lower suspension service, or Mercury Mariner front lower repair when the original joint shows wear. The Dorman 539-861 ball joint is built from steel with a gray finish and includes a dust boot and mounting hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded, press-in suspension ball joint for front lower installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with gray finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included to help protect the joint from contamination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium suspension grade type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 mm wrench size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePinch-style stud design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-greaseable design with no grease fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 539-861 is a front lower suspension ball joint designed for 2001-2012 Ford Escape, 2001-2006 and 2008-2011 Mazda Tribute, and 2005-2011 Mercury Mariner applications. It uses a press-in mounting type with a threaded body and pinch-style stud, matching the service requirements of the listed vehicles. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K80107 and Delphi TC589 for the same application. The steel construction and included dust boot support dependable suspension service where the original joint has loosened, worn, or developed excess play.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront suspension clunking or popping from a worn lower ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess steering looseness or wandering on Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, or Mercury Mariner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear caused by suspension joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring proper front lower suspension articulation after OE joint failure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing a damaged dust boot or corroded original joint\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 and confirm the press-in fitment matches the original part. Inspect the control arm, mounting bore, and surrounding hardware for wear or damage before pressing in the new joint. Because this design is non-greaseable, routine lubrication is not required. Always follow the vehicle service procedure for torque and alignment checks after suspension work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states this suspension ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide a reliable replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles. The part is built to OE-style service expectations for the listed Ford Escape, Mazda Tribute, and Mercury Mariner applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763270152373,"sku":"BKKY-539-861","price":44.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_539861_Fro.jpg?v=1783146087","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-539-861-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}