{"product_id":"dorman-539-983-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","title":"Dorman 539-983 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 539-983 Front Upper Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 539-983 is a threaded suspension ball joint built for front upper service on select Ford, Mercury applications. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable OE-style replacement on the 2006-2010 Ford Explorer, 2007-2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, and 2006-2010 Mercury Mountaineer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded, press-in suspension ball joint for front upper placement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included for joint protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium suspension grade type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTapered stud design with 12 mm wrench size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand part number: 539-983\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint is engineered as a direct replacement for the original equipment design used on the front upper suspension of the Ford Explorer, Ford Explorer Sport Trac, and Mercury Mountaineer. The steel body, threaded design, and press-in mounting style support a secure installation in the suspension assembly, while the included dust boot helps protect the joint from road contamination. Dorman 539-983 is a practical choice when servicing worn front upper suspension components on these vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K500014 and Delphi TC4257 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end looseness from a worn upper ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from the front suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to suspension joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering play caused by excess joint movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring proper suspension articulation on Ford Explorer, Explorer Sport Trac, and Mercury Mountaineer models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2006-2010 Ford Explorer, front upper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2007-2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac, front upper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2006-2010 Mercury Mountaineer, front upper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm suspension configuration before installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress-in installation requires proper suspension service tools\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect related bushings, control arms, and alignment settings during repair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman designs this replacement ball joint to match the original equipment application and subjects it to testing for dependable service. Part number 539-983 is built for the specified front upper fitments on Ford and Mercury vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763276378293,"sku":"BKKY-539-983","price":50.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_539983_Bac.jpg?v=1783146831","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-539-983-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}