{"product_id":"dorman-540-016-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Dorman 540-016 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 540-016 Front Lower Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 540-016 is a threaded suspension ball joint built for the front lower position on select Ford Focus models. It is precision-engineered and tested as a direct replacement for the original equipment part, with a steel body, dust boot, and bolt-in mounting design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 2005-2011 Ford Focus, front lower. This Dorman ball joint is a practical OE-style replacement for Ford Focus front suspension service, including worn joint replacement on 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, and 2011 models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Dorman\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number: 540-016\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded suspension ball joint for front lower installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolt-in mounting type with 3 mounting holes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium suspension grade type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 mm wrench size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePinch-style stud design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross-reference: MOOG Chassis Products K80992\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Product Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis suspension ball joint is made for the front lower suspension on the Ford Focus and follows the original equipment layout for the listed applications. The steel construction, threaded design, and included dust boot support a clean replacement for a worn or damaged joint. Dorman 540-016 is also cross-referenced with MOOG Chassis Products K80992 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end clunking or popping from a worn lower ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive play in the front suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to loose suspension geometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering looseness or wandering on Ford Focus front suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspection failure caused by ball joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the vehicle is a 2005-2011 Ford Focus with front lower ball joint application before ordering. Confirm the threaded, bolt-in mounting style, 3-hole mounting pattern, and pinch-style stud design match the original part. Inspect surrounding suspension components, including control arms and hardware interfaces, before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman tests this replacement ball joint for fit and function against the original equipment application. The part is built as a premium suspension-grade replacement for specific Ford Focus front lower applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763277983925,"sku":"BKKY-540-016","price":66.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_540016_Bac.jpg?v=1783147021","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-540-016-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}