{"product_id":"dorman-540-117-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Dorman 540-117 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 540-117 Suspension Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 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.\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 from contamination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium suspension grade type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress-in mounting type with threaded stud\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWrench size: 12 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end looseness or play from a worn ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking noises from the lower suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to suspension joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering instability caused by excess joint movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuspension inspection failures tied to ball joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstall 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763282407605,"sku":"BKKY-540-117","price":43.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_540117_Bac.jpg?v=1783147541","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-540-117-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}