{"product_id":"dorman-540-014-suspension-ball-joint-front-right-lower","title":"Dorman 540-014 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Right Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 540-014 Front Right Lower Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 540-014 is a bolt-in suspension ball joint engineered as a standard replacement for the original equipment on select Ford and Volvo applications. It is built from steel with a black finish, includes a dust boot, and is designed for the front right lower position on vehicles with stamped steel control arms where specified.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction for suspension service applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolt-on, bolt-in mounting style with 3 mounting holes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included; grease fitting not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement suspension grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWrench size: 21 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStud type: pinch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis suspension ball joint is precision-engineered and tested to replace the original equipment on specific vehicles. Dorman 540-014 is listed for the front right lower position on 2012-2018 Ford Focus, 2014-2018 Ford Transit Connect, 2019-2023 Ford Transit Connect, 2014-2019 Volvo V40, and 2013-2018 Volvo V40 Cross Country. It is a direct-fit suspension service part for stamped steel control arm applications where the OE design calls for a bolt-in lower ball joint. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K500389 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive front suspension play at the lower ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from the front right suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to worn ball joint movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering looseness caused by joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspection failure due to damaged or worn suspension components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the vehicle’s front right lower application, control arm style, and mounting dimensions before installation. This part uses a bolt-in mounting type with a 21 mm wrench size, a pinch-style stud, and a dust boot made from polychloroprene. Confirm the mounting hole diameter, hole spacing, and stud thread length against the original part before service. For fitment-specific applications, use the vehicle listing exactly as shown: Fits 2012-2018 Ford Focus, front right lower; Fits 2014-2018 Ford Transit Connect, front right lower; Fits 2019-2023 Ford Transit Connect, front right lower; Fits 2014-2019 Volvo V40, front right lower; Fits 2013-2018 Volvo V40 Cross Country, front right lower.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman designs this replacement ball joint to meet standard suspension service requirements and validates it through testing for OE-style fitment on the listed vehicles. The part number is 540-014.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763277918389,"sku":"BKKY-540-014","price":39.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_540014_Fro.jpg?v=1783147014","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-540-014-suspension-ball-joint-front-right-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}