{"product_id":"dorman-541-073-suspension-kit-front","title":"Dorman 541-073 Suspension Kit - Front","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 541-073 Front Suspension Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 541-073 is an application-specific front suspension kit for the 2002-2005 Dodge Ram 1500. It is built to restore factory-like steering response and ride feel on the front end while addressing worn suspension and steering components in one repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2002-2005 Dodge Ram 1500, front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtended-life front-end kit for left and right side suspension repair\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApplication-specific design for direct service on the front suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes upper control arms, ball joints, outer tie rod ends, and inner tie rod ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement construction with rubber and steel bushing materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack bushings with 41.8 outside diameter and 14.3 inside diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension kit, part number 541-073, is engineered for the front suspension on the Dodge Ram 1500 from 2002 through 2005. It combines the major wear items needed for front-end service into one package, including upper control arms, ball joints, outer tie rod ends, and inner tie rod ends. The result is a focused repair solution for restoring steering precision and suspension control on the Ram 1500 platform. Dorman 541-073 is a practical choice when the front end shows looseness, uneven tire wear, or degraded road feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 172286, 182286) for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Is Used For\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end looseness or play in steering components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from worn suspension joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven or accelerated front tire wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced steering response on Dodge Ram 1500 front suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring factory-like feel after wear in control arms and tie rod ends\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 2002-2005 Dodge Ram 1500, front. Verify suspension condition before installation and inspect related mounting points, alignment settings, and steering components during service. Because this kit is application-specific, confirm vehicle year and front-end configuration before ordering. After installation, a professional wheel alignment is recommended to set steering geometry correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman builds this kit as a standard replacement suspension service part with premium, vehicle-specific design details aimed at restoring original driving characteristics. Part number 541-073 is engineered for front-end repair on the Dodge Ram 1500 and uses rubber and steel bushing construction for service-focused durability.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52765571416245,"sku":"BKKY-541-073","price":509.38,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_541073_Pkg.jpg?v=1783233412","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-541-073-suspension-kit-front","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}