Mevotech MS40553 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower

Mevotech MS40553 Front Lower Ball Joint

The Mevotech MS40553 is a front lower suspension ball joint built for the 2020-2025 Ford Explorer. It is pre-greased, greaseable, and supplied with a grease fitting, dust boot, locking nut, and mounting hardware for a service-ready replacement.

Key Features

• Pre-greased for initial installation
• Grease fitting included for future serviceability
• Dust boot included with neoprene boot material
• Press-in mounting type for front lower suspension service
• Sintered metal bearing type for durable operation
• Threaded stud design
• Mounting hardware and locking nut included
• Mevotech Supreme Parts engineering for application-specific upgrades

Detailed Description

Mevotech Supreme ball joints are engineered in-house with upgrades targeted to durability and performance in high-use passenger vehicles, SUVs, fleets, commercial units, and working trucks. The MS40553 is a front lower ball joint for Ford Explorer applications, designed as a direct replacement for the original suspension joint on 2020-2025 Ford Explorer models. The press-in design, greaseable construction, and included boot support long-term service in demanding front suspension use. This part cross-references OE-style numbers such as LB5Z3K185B and LB5Z3K186B for the same application. The Mevotech MS40553 is also referenced by part number MS40553 in Mevotech Supreme listings.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 2020-2025 Ford Explorer, front lower.

Common Uses

• Restoring front suspension joint integrity on a Ford Explorer
• Replacing a worn or noisy front lower ball joint
• Addressing looseness or play in the front suspension
• Correcting steering feel affected by joint wear
• Servicing a greaseable front lower suspension connection

Installation Notes

Install MS40553 as a press-in front lower ball joint using the proper service tools and procedures for the Ford Explorer suspension. Verify stud engagement, boot seating, and torque specifications during assembly. Because this part is greaseable and includes a fitting, it should be lubricated after installation according to service requirements.

Quality Assurance

Mevotech Supreme Parts are engineered with application-specific upgrades and are built for demanding passenger and commercial use. The MS40553 includes the components needed for a service-focused replacement, including the dust boot, grease fitting, locking nut, and mounting hardware.