{"product_id":"dorman-540-008-suspension-ball-joint-rear-upper","title":"Dorman 540-008 Suspension Ball Joint - Rear Upper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 540-008 Rear Upper Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 540-008 is a bolt-in suspension ball joint for select Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable applications. It is precision-engineered and tested as a direct replacement for the original equipment part on the listed vehicles, with a greaseable design and included dust boot for serviceable suspension maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1996-2005 Ford Taurus, rear upper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1996-2005 Mercury Sable, rear upper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1996-2001 Ford Sable, rear upper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolt-on \/ bolt-in mounting style for the specified applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable design with grease fitting included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot, castle nut, cotter pin, cotter pin hole, and mounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTapered stud design with 21 mm wrench size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard suspension grade replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 540-008, is built for rear upper suspension service on select Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable models. The steel body and bolt-in configuration are matched to the listed fitments, while the greaseable construction supports routine lubrication service. Dorman 540-008 cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K500208 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor shoppers searching for a rear upper ball joint for 1996-2005 Ford Taurus or 1996-2005 Mercury Sable, this replacement is designed around the original mounting style and dimensions listed by the manufacturer. The assembly includes a dust boot and tapered stud, helping restore proper suspension connection at the rear upper position.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive play or looseness in the rear upper suspension joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking noises from worn suspension components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to suspension joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering or handling instability caused by a deteriorated ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues on greaseable suspension joints that need replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify vehicle year, make, model, and rear upper position before ordering. This part uses a bolt-in mounting type and a tapered stud, so confirm the existing suspension design and fastener interface match the listed application. Follow factory service procedures for torque specifications and alignment checks after installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman designs this replacement ball joint to meet the needs of the specified OE-style application and subjects it to testing for fit and function on the listed vehicles. Part number 540-008 is intended for direct replacement service on compatible Ford Taurus and Mercury Sable rear upper suspension applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763277689013,"sku":"BKKY-540-008","price":48.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_540008_Fro.jpg?v=1783146986","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-540-008-suspension-ball-joint-rear-upper","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}