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Dorman 544-972 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper
| Brand | Dorman 544-972 |
|---|---|
| Position | Front Upper |
| Material | Acero |
| Material | Steel |
| Maximum Outside Diameter | 41.5 |
| 10667 | No |
| 10667 | Non |
| 10826 | Brazo de control |
| 10826 | Control arm |
| Thread Direction | Clockwise (right) |
| Thread Direction | Rotar en el sentido de las agujas del reloj (derecha) |
| Reinforced | No |
| Reinforced | Non |
| Length | 130 |
| Color | Black |
| Color | Negro |
| Color | Noir |
| Pre-Greased | Oui |
| Pre-Greased | Sí |
| Pre-Greased | Yes |
| Castle Nut Included | No |
| Castle Nut Included | Non |
| Grease Fitting Included | No |
| Grease Fitting Included | Non |
| Suspension Grade Type | Reemplazo estándar |
| Suspension Grade Type | Standard replacement |
| Bushings Included | No |
| Bushings Included | Non |
| Dust Boot Included | Oui |
| Dust Boot Included | Sí |
| Dust Boot Included | Yes |
| Ball Joint Assembly | Oui |
| Fits | Ford and Lincoln · 23 vehicles |
OE-style replacement. Precision-engineered and tested for reliable suspension service.
Steel construction. Built with a pre-greased design and protective dust boot.
Standard replacement grade. Made for direct suspension service on specific applications.
Cross-references Mevotech Supreme MS40554 and MOOG Chassis Products K500447 for the same application. See all 2.
Overview
Dorman 544-972 is a standard replacement suspension ball joint built for specific Ford and Lincoln applications. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable OE-style replacement, with fitment for front upper suspension locations on select trucks and SUVs.
Compatible With Ford F-150, Ford Ranger, Ford Expedition, Ford F-150 Lightning, Ford Lobo, and Lincoln Navigator applications, this ball joint is a direct-fit suspension service part for the front upper position. The Dorman 544-972 part number is also referenced by cross numbers used for the same application.
Key Features
- Steel construction for suspension service durability.
- Pre-greased design for ready-to-install service.
- Dust boot included to help protect the joint from contamination.
- Standard replacement grade for OE-style service.
- Clockwise right-hand thread direction.
- Ball joint assembly with mounting hardware included.
Detailed Description
The Dorman 544-972 suspension ball joint is engineered as a replacement for the original equipment part on specific Ford and Lincoln vehicles. It uses a steel body, black finish, and pre-greased construction, and it includes a dust boot and mounting hardware for service replacement. This part number is used for front upper suspension applications on the Ford F-150, Ford Ranger, Ford Expedition, Ford F-150 Lightning, Ford Lobo, and Lincoln Navigator.
This part cross-references Mevotech Supreme MS40554 and MOOG Chassis Products K500447 for the same application.
What It Helps Fix
- Excessive looseness in the front upper suspension joint.
- Clunking or knocking from worn ball joint components.
- Uneven steering response caused by suspension wear.
- Joint contamination after dust boot failure.
- Service issues when replacing a worn OE-style ball joint.
Installation Notes
Verify vehicle fitment by year, make, model, and front upper position before installation. Confirm the clockwise right-hand thread direction and compare the original part dimensions and mounting style to the removed component. Professional suspension service procedures are recommended for proper installation and alignment checks after replacement.
Quality Assurance
Dorman states this ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide reliable replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles.
| Year | Make | Model | Submodel | Drive Type | Liters | Cylinders | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Ford | Expedition | — | — | — | — | Front Upper | — |
| 2026 | Ford | F-150 | XLT | 4WD | — | — | Front Upper | — |
| 2026 | Ford | Lobo | King Ranch | — | — | — | Front Upper | — |
| 2026 | Ford | Ranger | — | — | 2.0L | L4 | Front Upper | — |
| 2026 | Lincoln | Navigator | — | — | — | — | Front Upper | — |
| 2025 | Ford | Expedition | — | — | — | — | Front Upper | — |
| 2025 | Ford | F-150 | — | RWD | — | — | Front Upper | — |
| 2025 | Ford | F-150 Lightning | — | — | — | — | Front Upper | — |
| 2025 | Ford | Lobo | King Ranch | — | — | — | Front Upper | — |
| 2025 | Ford | Ranger | — | — | 2.0L | L4 | Front Upper | — |
| 2025 | Lincoln | Navigator | — | — | — | — | Front Upper | — |
| 2024 | Ford | F-150 | Platinum | 4WD | — | — | Front Upper | — |
| 2024 | Ford | F-150 Lightning | — | — | — | — | Front Upper | — |
| 2024 | Ford | Lobo | Platinum | 4WD | — | — | Front Upper | — |
| 2024 | Ford | Ranger | — | — | 2.7L | V6 | Front Upper | — |
| 2023 | Ford | F-150 | Limited | 4WD | — | — | Front Upper | — |
| 2023 | Ford | F-150 Lightning | — | — | — | — | Front Upper | — |
| 2023 | Ford | Lobo | Limited | 4WD | — | — | Front Upper | — |
| 2022 | Ford | F-150 | Limited | 4WD | — | — | Front Upper | — |
| 2022 | Ford | F-150 Lightning | — | — | — | — | Front Upper | — |
| 2022 | Ford | Lobo | Limited | 4WD | — | — | Front Upper | — |
| 2021 | Ford | F-150 | Limited | 4WD | — | — | Front Upper | — |
| 2021 | Ford | Lobo | Limited | 4WD | — | — | Front Upper | — |
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