{"product_id":"dorman-544-972-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","title":"Dorman 544-972 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction for suspension service durability.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased design for ready-to-install service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included to help protect the joint from contamination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement grade for OE-style service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClockwise right-hand thread direction.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBall joint assembly with mounting hardware included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references Mevotech Supreme MS40554 and MOOG Chassis Products K500447 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive looseness in the front upper suspension joint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from worn ball joint components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven steering response caused by suspension wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJoint contamination after dust boot failure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eService issues when replacing a worn OE-style ball joint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states this ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide reliable replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53342665801909,"sku":"BKKY-544-972","price":49.54,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_544972_FRO.jpg?v=1789795445","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-544-972-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}