Dorman 540-013 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Left Lower

Dorman 540-013 Suspension Ball Joint

Dorman 540-013 is a bolt-in suspension ball joint engineered as a direct replacement for specific Ford and Volvo front suspension applications. It is built from steel and includes a dust boot, grease fitting, castle nut, cotter pin, and mounting hardware for a service-ready repair.

Key Features

• Steel construction for durable suspension service
• Bolt-on, bolt-in mounting style with 3 mounting holes
• Greaseable design with included grease fitting
• Dust boot included to help protect the joint
• Castle nut and cotter pin included
• Standard replacement suspension grade
• Tapered stud design with 21 mm wrench size

Detailed Description

This Dorman suspension ball joint is precision-engineered and tested to replace the original equipment part on select vehicles. Part number 540-013 is designed for the front left lower position on 2012-2018 Ford Focus with stamped steel control arms, 2014-2018 Ford Transit Connect, 2019-2023 Ford Transit Connect with stamped steel control arms, 2014-2019 Volvo V40 with stamped steel control arms, and 2013-2018 Volvo V40 Cross Country with stamped steel control arms. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products (e.g., K500388) for the same application.

Common Repair Applications

• Front-end looseness or play at the lower control arm connection
• Clunking or knocking from the front suspension
• Uneven tire wear related to worn steering and suspension joints
• Restoring proper suspension articulation on Ford Focus, Ford Transit Connect, Volvo V40, and Volvo V40 Cross Country models
• Replacing a worn OE-style ball joint on stamped steel control arm setups

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the front left lower position and stamped steel control arm configuration before installation. Use the included castle nut and cotter pin during assembly, and torque fasteners to the vehicle manufacturer’s specifications. The greaseable design allows routine lubrication after installation to support service life.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this ball joint as a standard replacement component and subjects it to engineering and testing checks to support reliable OE-style service on the listed Ford and Volvo applications.