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MevotechPart #: MK80012
Mevotech MK80012 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper
59 vehicles fit this part
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Fitment: Ford, Mazda, and Mercury, Ranger, B4000, B3000, Explorer Sport Trac, B2300, Explorer, B2500, and Mountaineer
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Mevotech Suspension Ball Joint MK80012 Overview
The Mevotech MK80012 suspension ball joint is designed for reliable performance in Ford, Mazda, and Mercury vehicles. This suspension component is engineered to meet the demands of models such as the Ford Ranger, Explorer, and Mazda B2300, providing a durable and greaseable solution for your vehicle's suspension system.
- Grease fitting included for easy maintenance
- Durable dust boot to protect against contaminants
- Complete ball joint assembly with mounting hardware
- Threaded stud type with press-in mounting
- Corrosion-resistant finish for extended service life
- Pre-greased and greaseable for optimal lubrication
- Sintered metal bearing for smooth operation
Durable Construction and Features
The MK80012 ball joint assembly from Mevotech is built with a sintered metal bearing that ensures smooth articulation and long-lasting durability. Its corrosion-resistant finish helps protect the component from rust and environmental damage, extending the life of the suspension part. The inclusion of a dust boot safeguards the joint from dirt and debris, while the grease fitting allows for regular lubrication, maintaining optimal performance over time. This ball joint comes pre-greased and includes all necessary mounting hardware for a straightforward installation process.
Compatible Vehicles and Applications
This suspension ball joint is compatible with a range of Ford, Mazda, and Mercury models, including:
- Ford Ranger
- Ford Explorer and Explorer Sport Trac
- Mazda B2300, B2500, B3000, B4000
- Mercury Mountaineer
Part number MK80012 is specifically designed to meet the suspension needs of these vehicles, ensuring proper fit and function.
Common Suspension Issues Addressed
- Excessive play or looseness in the steering
- Uneven tire wear caused by worn ball joints
- Clunking or knocking noises during driving
- Reduced steering responsiveness or control
- Vibration or instability at higher speeds
Installation Notes and Tips
Installation of the Mevotech MK80012 ball joint requires pressing the component into place using appropriate suspension tools. The threaded stud type allows for secure attachment to the control arm. Ensure the dust boot is properly seated to prevent contamination. Regular greasing through the included grease fitting is recommended to maintain smooth operation and extend service life.
Quality Assurance and Warranty
Mevotech provides a quality suspension ball joint with corrosion-resistant materials and pre-greased components to reduce maintenance needs. While specific warranty details may vary, Mevotech products typically come with a limited warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship, supporting reliability for your Ford, Mazda, or Mercury vehicle.
| Brand | Mevotech |
|---|---|
| Part Number | MK80012 |
| Adjustable | No |
| Ball Joint Assembly | Yes |
| Bearing Type | Sintered Metal |
| Dust Boot Included | Yes |
| Finish | Corrosion Resistant |
| Grease Fitting Included | Yes |
| Greaseable | Yes |
| Mounting Hardware Included | Yes |
| Mounting Type | Press In |
| Pre Greased | Yes |
| Stud Type | Threaded |
This part fits 59 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Drive Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Ford | Ranger | 4WD | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. |
| 2010 | Ford | Ranger | 4WD | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. |
| 2009 | Ford | Ranger | 4WD | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. |
| 2009 | Mazda | B4000 | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 2008 | Ford | Ranger | 4WD | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. |
| 2008 | Mazda | B4000 | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 2007 | Ford | Ranger | 4WD | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. |
| 2007 | Mazda | B3000 | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 2007 | Mazda | B4000 | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 2006 | Ford | Ranger | 4WD | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. |
| 2006 | Mazda | B3000 | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 2006 | Mazda | B4000 | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 2005 | Ford | Explorer Sport Trac | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 2005 | Ford | Ranger | 4WD | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. |
| 2005 | Mazda | B3000 | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 2005 | Mazda | B4000 | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 2004 | Ford | Explorer Sport Trac | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 2004 | Ford | Ranger | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 2004 | Mazda | B2300 | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 2004 | Mazda | B3000 | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 2004 | Mazda | B4000 | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 2003 | Ford | Explorer Sport Trac | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 2003 | Ford | Ranger | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 2003 | Mazda | B2300 | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 2003 | Mazda | B3000 | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 2003 | Mazda | B4000 | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 2002 | Ford | Explorer Sport Trac | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 2002 | Ford | Ranger | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 2002 | Mazda | B2300 | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 2002 | Mazda | B3000 | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 2002 | Mazda | B4000 | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 2001 | Ford | Explorer | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 2001 | Ford | Explorer Sport Trac | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 2001 | Ford | Ranger | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 2001 | Mazda | B2300 | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 2001 | Mazda | B2500 | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 2001 | Mazda | B3000 | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 2001 | Mazda | B4000 | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 2001 | Mercury | Mountaineer | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 2000 | Ford | Explorer | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 2000 | Ford | Ranger | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 2000 | Mazda | B3000 | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 2000 | Mazda | B4000 | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 2000 | Mercury | Mountaineer | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 1999 | Ford | Explorer | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 1999 | Ford | Ranger | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 1999 | Mazda | B2500 | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 1999 | Mazda | B3000 | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 1999 | Mazda | B4000 | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 1999 | Mercury | Mountaineer | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 1998 | Ford | Explorer | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 1998 | Ford | Ranger | 4WD | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. |
| 1998 | Mazda | B3000 | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 1998 | Mazda | B4000 | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 1998 | Mercury | Mountaineer | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 1997 | Ford | Explorer | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 1997 | Mercury | Mountaineer | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 1996 | Ford | Explorer | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. | |
| 1995 | Ford | Explorer | Front Upper | Enhanced greasable metal bearings and improved boot design for increased durability, includes Bootstaller tool, not compatible with OE Control Arm. |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:
1F20342111F2034211A1F2034211B1F60342111FAA342112601818610.65022B80012BJ85015BJ85015XLFA2202IK80012JBJ861K80012T104230TC2547TK80012ZZP034211
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.