{"product_id":"dorman-540-033-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Dorman 540-033 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 540-033 Suspension Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 540-033 is a threaded suspension ball joint for the front lower position on select Ford Ranger and Mazda B-Series trucks. It is precision-engineered and tested as a direct replacement for the original equipment ball joint on the listed applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded ball joint design for front lower suspension service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included to help protect the joint from contamination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCastle nut included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCotter pin hole included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium suspension grade type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress-in mounting type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWrench size: 12 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2012 Ford Ranger, front lower, w\/coil spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1998-2011 Ford Ranger, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2001-2010 Mazda B2300, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2003-2007 Mazda B3000, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1998-2001 Mazda B3000, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1998-2001 Mazda B2500, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1998-2000 Mazda B4000, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 540-033, is built for front lower suspension repair on Ford Ranger and Mazda B2300, B3000, B2500, and B4000 models listed above. The steel body, threaded stud, and included dust boot support a serviceable OE-style replacement for worn lower ball joints in the front suspension. Dorman 540-033 also cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K8771T for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Symptoms\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end clunking or popping over bumps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive play in the lower suspension joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear from worn steering and suspension geometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose or unstable front suspension feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspection failure due to ball joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the vehicle’s front lower suspension configuration before installation, especially on the 2012 Ford Ranger with coil spring notes. This is a press-in style ball joint with a threaded stud and cotter pin hole, so proper pressing tools and torque procedures are important for correct installation. Confirm the 12 mm wrench size and match the original mounting style to the vehicle before service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states this ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested for reliable OE replacement performance on the specified vehicles. The part number is 540-033.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763278803125,"sku":"BKKY-540-033","price":40.3,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_540033_Bac.jpg?v=1783147113","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-540-033-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}