{"product_id":"mevotech-ms40558-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Mevotech MS40558 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMevotech MS40558 Front Lower Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMevotech MS40558 is a front lower suspension ball joint built for the 2020-2023 Ford Explorer. It features a pre-greased design, a grease fitting, and a press-in mounting style for service on high-usage passenger vehicles, SUVs, fleets, and working trucks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased for initial service readiness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable design with included grease fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress-in mounting type for front lower suspension service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded stud design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSintered metal bearing type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBall joint assembly included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocking nut included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMevotech Supreme Parts are engineered in-house with application-specific upgrades aimed at durability and consistent performance in demanding use. The MS40558 ball joint is built for the front lower position on the Ford Explorer and is designed to support repeated suspension movement in daily-driven and work-oriented vehicles. This part cross-references Monroe Shocks \u0026amp; Struts (e.g., 19473419, LB5Z3K185A) for the same application. The Mevotech MS40558 is also listed under interchange references including OE-style numbers used on the 2020-2023 Ford Explorer platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat This Part Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront suspension looseness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or popping from the lower control arm area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to worn ball joint movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering instability over bumps and turns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcess play in the front lower suspension joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 2020-2023 Ford Explorer, front lower. This is a press-in ball joint, so proper removal and installation tools are required for service. Verify the front lower position and compare the original part before installation. The included grease fitting allows routine lubrication after installation, and the pre-greased assembly helps simplify initial setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMevotech Supreme Parts are engineered in-house with application-specific design updates for durability and performance in commercial and passenger vehicle service. Part number MS40558 is built to meet the demands of front suspension repair on the Ford Explorer platform.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mevotech","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52430476738741,"sku":"DKSW-MS40558","price":48.48,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/ME_MS40558_Fro.jpg?v=1777840228","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/mevotech-ms40558-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}