Dorman 540-117 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower

Dorman 540-117 Suspension Ball Joint

Dorman 540-117 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a direct replacement for the original equipment on select Jeep and Dodge applications. It is precision-engineered and tested for dependable front suspension service on vehicles such as the Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Commander, Jeep Liberty, and Dodge Nitro.

Key Features

• Threaded ball joint design for front lower suspension service
• Steel construction with a grey finish
• Dust boot included to help protect the joint from contamination
• Premium suspension grade type
• Press-in mounting type with threaded stud
• Mounting hardware included
• Wrench size: 12 mm

Detailed Description

This Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 540-117, is engineered for OE-style replacement on specific front lower suspension locations. It uses a steel body, threaded stud, and press-in mounting design, with a dust boot made from polychloroprene to help shield the joint from road debris and moisture. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K80629 for the same application.

Compatible With 2005-2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee, front lower; 2006-2010 Jeep Commander, front lower; 2007-2012 Dodge Nitro, front lower; and 2008-2013 Jeep Liberty, front lower. If you are replacing a worn front lower ball joint on a Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Commander, Jeep Liberty, or Dodge Nitro, Dorman 540-117 provides a direct-fit service part for the listed applications.

What It Helps Address

• Front-end looseness or play from a worn ball joint
• Clunking or knocking noises from the lower suspension
• Uneven tire wear related to suspension joint wear
• Steering instability caused by excess joint movement
• Suspension inspection failures tied to ball joint wear

Installation Notes and Tips

Install this part in the front lower position only on the listed vehicles. Because it is a press-in style ball joint with a threaded stud, proper suspension service tools are recommended for removal and installation. Verify the vehicle year, make, model, and front lower application before ordering, and confirm the 12 mm wrench size during service. For Jeep Grand Cherokee, Jeep Commander, Jeep Liberty, and Dodge Nitro repairs, match the replacement to the original suspension layout.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this ball joint as a precision-engineered replacement and subjects it to testing for reliable service on the specified vehicles. Part number 540-117 is built to meet the demands of front suspension repair on the listed Jeep and Dodge applications.