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DormanPart #: 539-982
Dorman 539-982 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper
⚙️ 60 vehicles fit this part
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🚗Fitment: Ford, Mazda, and Mercury, B2500, B3000, B4000, Explorer, Explorer Sport, Explorer Sport Trac, Mountaineer, and Ranger
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Dorman 539-982 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper
| Brand | Dorman |
| Part Number | 539-982 |
| Material | Acero |
| Material | Steel |
| Maximum Outside Diameter | 61 |
| Length | 111 |
| Color | Grey |
| Color | Gris |
| Castle Nut Included | No |
| Castle Nut Included | Non |
| Grease Fitting Included | No |
| Grease Fitting Included | Non |
| Suspension Grade Type | Premium |
| Bushings Included | No |
| Bushings Included | Non |
| Dust Boot Included | Oui |
| Dust Boot Included | Sí |
| Dust Boot Included | Yes |
| Ball Joint Assembly | Oui |
| Ball Joint Assembly | Sí |
| Ball Joint Assembly | Yes |
| Width | 59 |
| Type | Roscado |
| Type | Threaded |
| Cotter Pin Included | No |
| Cotter Pin Included | Non |
| Cotter Pin Hole | No |
| Cotter Pin Hole | Non |
| Mounting Hardware Included | Oui |
| Mounting Hardware Included | Sí |
| Mounting Hardware Included | Yes |
| Washers Included | No |
This part fits 60 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Drive Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | Ford | Ranger | RWD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 2011 | Ford | Ranger | RWD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 2010 | Ford | Ranger | RWD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 2010 | Mazda | B4000 | 4WD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 2009 | Ford | Ranger | RWD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 2009 | Mazda | B4000 | 4WD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 2008 | Ford | Ranger | RWD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 2008 | Mazda | B3000 | RWD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 2008 | Mazda | B4000 | 4WD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 2007 | Ford | Ranger | RWD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 2007 | Mazda | B3000 | RWD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 2007 | Mazda | B4000 | 4WD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 2006 | Ford | Ranger | RWD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 2006 | Mazda | B3000 | RWD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 2006 | Mazda | B4000 | 4WD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 2005 | Ford | Explorer Sport Trac | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms | |
| 2005 | Ford | Ranger | RWD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 2005 | Mazda | B3000 | RWD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 2005 | Mazda | B4000 | 4WD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 2004 | Ford | Explorer Sport Trac | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms | |
| 2004 | Ford | Ranger | RWD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 2004 | Mazda | B4000 | 4WD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 2003 | Ford | Explorer Sport | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms | |
| 2003 | Ford | Explorer Sport Trac | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms | |
| 2003 | Ford | Ranger | RWD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 2003 | Mazda | B3000 | RWD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 2003 | Mazda | B4000 | RWD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 2002 | Ford | Explorer Sport | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms | |
| 2002 | Ford | Explorer Sport Trac | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms | |
| 2002 | Ford | Ranger | RWD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 2002 | Mazda | B3000 | RWD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 2002 | Mazda | B4000 | RWD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 2001 | Ford | Explorer | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms | |
| 2001 | Ford | Explorer Sport | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms | |
| 2001 | Ford | Explorer Sport Trac | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms | |
| 2001 | Ford | Ranger | 4WD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 2001 | Mazda | B2500 | RWD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 2001 | Mazda | B3000 | RWD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 2001 | Mazda | B4000 | RWD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 2001 | Mercury | Mountaineer | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms | |
| 2000 | Ford | Explorer | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms | |
| 2000 | Ford | Ranger | 4WD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 2000 | Mazda | B3000 | RWD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 2000 | Mazda | B4000 | RWD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 2000 | Mercury | Mountaineer | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms | |
| 1999 | Ford | Explorer | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms | |
| 1999 | Ford | Ranger | 4WD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 1999 | Mazda | B2500 | RWD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 1999 | Mazda | B3000 | RWD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 1999 | Mazda | B4000 | RWD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 1999 | Mercury | Mountaineer | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms | |
| 1998 | Ford | Explorer | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms | |
| 1998 | Ford | Ranger | 4WD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 1998 | Mazda | B3000 | RWD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 1998 | Mazda | B4000 | RWD | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
| 1998 | Mercury | Mountaineer | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms | |
| 1997 | Ford | Explorer | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms | |
| 1997 | Mercury | Mountaineer | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms | |
| 1996 | Ford | Explorer | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms | |
| 1995 | Ford | Explorer | Front Upper | Will Not Fit Original Control Arms |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:
610.65022FA2202GK80012JBJ861K-80012K80012MK80012TC2547
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.