{"product_id":"dorman-bj85225rd-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Dorman BJ85225RD Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman RD Lower Ball Joint for Severe-Duty Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman RD BJ85225RD is a front lower suspension ball joint built for demanding service on Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, Ford F-150, and Lincoln Mark LT applications. It is engineered for vehicles that see towing, hauling, off-road work, and other high-load conditions where suspension reliability matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe RD, or Rugged Duty, line is Dorman’s severe-duty chassis range. For this application, the ball joint housing uses quenched and tempered steel with a protective coating for added durability and corrosion resistance. The joint is pre-loaded with premium grease where applicable, and the dust boot is designed to help retain lubrication during service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront lower suspension ball joint for specified Ford and Lincoln trucks and SUVs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRD Rugged Duty construction for severe-duty service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuenched and tempered steel housing with corrosion-resistant finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded design with taper stud and cotter pin hole\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable design with dust boot included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCastle nut and mounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium suspension grade replacement for worn OE parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number BJ85225RD for catalog and cross-reference use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman BJ85225RD is a lower ball joint replacement for the front suspension on 2007-2017 Ford Expedition, 2007-2017 Lincoln Navigator, 2009-2014 Ford F-150, and 2010-2014 Lincoln Mark LT. It is built for press-in mounting and uses a threaded, taper-stud design with a 12 mm wrench size. The steel body, protective coating, and polychloroprene dust boot are selected to handle harsh operating environments and repeated suspension loading.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K500008 for the same application. If you are replacing a worn BJ85225RD on a Ford F-150 or Lincoln Navigator, this RD lower ball joint is built for direct service on the listed front lower position.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end clunking or popping from a worn lower ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive suspension play or looseness at the front lower control arm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear caused by ball joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering wander or reduced directional stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorrosion-related joint deterioration in severe-duty use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 2007-2017 Ford Expedition, front lower. Fits 2007-2017 Lincoln Navigator, front lower. Fits 2009-2014 Ford F-150, front lower. Fits 2010-2014 Lincoln Mark LT, front lower.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eConfirm the press-in mounting style, taper stud interface, and front lower position before installation. Inspect the control arm bore, fasteners, and surrounding suspension components for wear or damage during replacement. Proper torque and alignment checks should be completed after installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman RD chassis parts are engineered for severe-duty service and use upgraded steel construction with corrosion-resistant coatings to support long-term durability in demanding conditions. BJ85225RD is part of the Rugged Duty line developed for vehicles that must perform reliably under heavy use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52734135828661,"sku":"BKKY-BJ85225RD","price":41.57,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_BJ85225RD_Fro.jpg?v=1782282754","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-bj85225rd-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}