{"product_id":"dorman-544-858-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Dorman 544-858 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 544-858 Front Lower Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 544-858 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a standard replacement for the original equipment on select Toyota Matrix and Pontiac Vibe applications. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable service in the front lower suspension position.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded, clockwise (right) design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with black finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased for initial service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included to help protect the joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCastle nut, cotter pin, cotter pin hole, washers, and mounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree mounting holes for installation on the specified application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade for OE-style service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis suspension ball joint is made for front lower suspension service on 2009-2013 Toyota Matrix and 2009-2010 Pontiac Vibe models. The Dorman 544-858 uses a threaded, right-hand design and steel construction to match the needs of the specified OE-style application. It is pre-greased and includes a dust boot, castle nut, cotter pin, cotter pin hole, washers, and mounting hardware for the listed fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K500174 for the same application. It also cross-references Mevotech Supreme MS50520 for the same application. For shoppers searching for a Toyota Matrix front lower ball joint or Pontiac Vibe front lower suspension ball joint, Dorman 544-858 provides a direct replacement option for the listed vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront suspension looseness at the lower control arm connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from worn ball joint components\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to suspension joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering instability caused by excess play in the front lower joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring proper suspension articulation on Toyota Matrix and Pontiac Vibe models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify vehicle year, make, model, and front lower position before installation. The threaded, right-hand design and three-hole mounting pattern should be matched to the original application. Inspect the surrounding suspension components, fasteners, and control arm condition during replacement to confirm proper fit and operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman engineers and tests this ball joint as a standard replacement part for the specified OE application. The design and materials are selected to support reliable service in the front lower suspension of 2009-2013 Toyota Matrix and 2009-2010 Pontiac Vibe vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53005847756981,"sku":"BKKY-544-858","price":65.18,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_544858_FRO.jpg?v=1787380069","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-544-858-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}