{"product_id":"dorman-540-034-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Dorman 540-034 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 540-034 Front Lower Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 540-034 is a threaded suspension ball joint built for front lower service on select Ford vans and wagons. It is precision-engineered and tested as a direct replacement for the original equipment design on specific vehicles, including Ford E-150, Ford Econoline, and Ford E-150 Econoline applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded ball joint design for front lower suspension service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with a grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included to help protect the joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCastle nut included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCotter pin hole provided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress-in mounting type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium suspension grade type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWrench size: 12 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Ford E-150, Ford Econoline, and Ford E-150 Econoline front lower positions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 540-034, is designed for front lower installation on 1992-2006 Ford E-Series applications listed below. It uses a steel threaded stud and press-in mounting style, with a dust boot and castle nut included for a complete service replacement. The design also includes a cotter pin hole and a 12 mm wrench size for service work. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K8611T for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible With: Fits 2002-2006 Ford E-150, Front Lower; Fits 1999-2006 Ford Econoline, Front Lower; Fits 2003-2005 Ford E-150 Club Wagon, Front Lower; Fits 1992-2002 Ford E-150 Econoline, Front Lower; Fits 1992-2002 Ford E-150 Econoline Club Wagon, Front Lower. Dorman 540-034 is a fit-focused replacement for front lower suspension repair on these Ford models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront suspension looseness or play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from the lower control arm area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to worn ball joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering instability or wandering at the front end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspection failure caused by excessive joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify vehicle year, model, and front lower position before installation. Because this is a press-in style ball joint, proper suspension service tools are required for removal and installation. Inspect the mating control arm, fasteners, and surrounding components for wear before reassembly. Use the included castle nut and confirm the cotter pin hole aligns correctly during final tightening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states this ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide reliable OE-style replacement performance on the specified vehicles. The part is built as a premium suspension component for service on Ford E-150 and Econoline front lower applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763278868661,"sku":"BKKY-540-034","price":39.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_540034_Bac.jpg?v=1783147120","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-540-034-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}