{"product_id":"dorman-539-874-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Dorman 539-874 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 539-874 Front Lower Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 539-874 is a threaded, bolt-in suspension ball joint built for front lower applications on select Nissan Pathfinder and INFINITI QX4 models. It is precision-engineered and tested for dependable OE-style replacement performance on the vehicles listed below.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1996-2004 Nissan Pathfinder, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1997-2003 INFINITI QX4, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with a grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded, bolt-in design with tapered stud\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included for added joint protection\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\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOE-Style Replacement Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis suspension ball joint is designed for direct replacement in the front lower suspension of the Nissan Pathfinder and INFINITI QX4 applications shown. The steel body, threaded mounting style, and tapered stud support secure installation and consistent suspension articulation. Dorman 539-874 also cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K90662 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Issues This Part May Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end clunking or knocking from worn lower suspension joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive play in the front lower control arm area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to suspension looseness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering wander or imprecise road feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisible damage to the dust boot or joint housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify vehicle year, make, model, and front lower position before installation. The bolt-in, threaded design and 12 mm wrench size should be matched to the original mounting points and service procedure for the vehicle. Inspect surrounding suspension components, alignment settings, and fasteners during replacement to confirm proper operation after installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states that this ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide reliable replacement performance for the original equipment on specific vehicles. The part is built as a premium suspension-grade replacement for the listed Nissan Pathfinder and INFINITI QX4 applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763270709429,"sku":"BKKY-539-874","price":65.84,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_539874_Bac.jpg?v=1783146152","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-539-874-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}