Dorman 540-115 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower

Dorman 540-115 Front Lower Ball Joint

Dorman 540-115 is a threaded suspension ball joint engineered as a standard replacement for the original equipment part on select vehicles. It is built from steel with a grey finish and includes a dust boot and mounting hardware for service on the front lower suspension of the Jeep Cherokee.

Key Features

• Precision-engineered replacement suspension ball joint
• Steel construction with grey finish
• Threaded ball joint and threaded stud design
• Press-in mounting type for front lower suspension service
• Dust boot included with polychloroprene material
• Mounting hardware included
• No grease fitting, greaseable design, or adjustable feature
• 12 mm wrench size for service access

Detailed Description

This Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 540-115, is designed for OE-style replacement on the front lower suspension of 2014-2023 Jeep Cherokee models. It is a standard-grade, press-in ball joint assembly made from steel, with a threaded stud and a dust boot to help protect the joint area during normal suspension movement. The design is focused on restoring proper suspension connection at the lower control arm on Jeep Cherokee applications that require this specific fitment. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K500287 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Excessive front suspension play or looseness
• Clunking or knocking from the lower front suspension
• Uneven tire wear related to worn ball joint components
• Steering instability caused by worn suspension joints
• Restoring proper front lower suspension articulation on Jeep Cherokee models

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 2014-2023 Jeep Cherokee, front lower. Verify press-in dimensions, stud thread length, and wrench size before installation. Because this is a threaded, press-in suspension ball joint, proper removal and installation tools are recommended to avoid damage to the control arm or surrounding components. Confirm vehicle application by year and position before service. Part number 540-115 should be matched to the exact front lower fitment listed for the Jeep Cherokee.

Quality Assurance

Dorman states this ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide a reliable replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles. The part is built as a standard replacement component for suspension service on the Jeep Cherokee platform.