Moog K8683 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower
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Moog K8683 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower

Brand Moog K8683
Position Front Lower
Adjustable No
Castle Nut Included No
Cotter Pin Hole No
Greaseable Yes
Material Neoprene
Maximum Outside Diameter 1.830
Mounting Hole Quantity 3
Mounting Type Bolt-On (3 Bolt)
Suspension Grade Type Standard
Fits Mercury and Ford · 16 vehicles

Bolt-on installation. Three-bolt mounting helps make replacement straightforward.

Greaseable design. Supports easier maintenance and long service life.

Neoprene material. Helps resist wear for dependable suspension performance.

Cross-references Mevotech Supreme MK8683, MOOG Chassis Products K8683 and 1S8Z3050AA for the same application. See all 26.

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MOOG K8683 Front Lower Ball Joint

MOOG K8683 is a greaseable, bolt-on front lower suspension ball joint built for select Ford and Mercury applications. It uses a neoprene seal and a standard suspension-grade design to support consistent steering and suspension movement in daily driving.

Key Features

  • Greaseable design for serviceable lubrication
  • Neoprene material helps protect internal components
  • 3-bolt mounting type for bolt-on installation
  • Standard suspension grade construction
  • Maximum outside diameter: 1.830 in.
  • Front lower position fitment

Fitment and Application

Compatible with 1995-2000 Ford Contour, front lower; 1995-2000 Mercury Mystique, front lower; and 1999-2002 Mercury Cougar, front lower. MOOG K8683 is a direct-fit suspension ball joint for these front lower applications, including Ford Contour front lower ball joint replacement and Mercury Mystique front lower ball joint service.

This part cross-references Mevotech Supreme MK8683 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

  • Front-end looseness from worn ball joint joints
  • Steering play or imprecise road feel
  • Suspension noise from worn pivot points
  • Uneven tire wear related to suspension wear
  • Restoration of proper front lower suspension articulation

Installation Notes

MOOG K8683 uses a 3-bolt bolt-on mounting type and does not include a castle nut. It also does not use a cotter pin hole and is not adjustable. Verify vehicle application, mounting style, and front lower position before installation. Grease the joint during service to maintain lubrication.

Quality Assurance

MOOG ball joints are backed by tested materials and application-focused engineering to support reliable performance and easier installation. The K8683 follows that approach with a serviceable design for Ford Contour, Mercury Mystique, and Mercury Cougar front lower suspension service.

Related reading

This part fits 16 vehicles
Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
YearMakeModelPositionNotes
2002MercuryCougarFront LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
2001MercuryCougarFront LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
2000FordContourFront LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
2000MercuryCougarFront LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
2000MercuryMystiqueFront LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1999FordContourFront LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1999MercuryCougarFront LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1999MercuryMystiqueFront LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1998FordContourFront LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1998MercuryMystiqueFront LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1997FordContourFront LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1997MercuryMystiqueFront LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1996FordContourFront LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1996MercuryMystiqueFront LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1995FordContourFront LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
1995MercuryMystiqueFront LowerEnhanced lubrication improves steering performance for Suspension Stabilizer Bar Link.
Directly replaces or cross-references 26 part numbers
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.
Mevotech Supreme — MK8683MOOG Chassis Products — K86831S8Z3050AA02-8101345D223446D2234A260-1476505-1234505-1234B505-1241539-207610.6100510417528101361161005B8683F5RZ-3078BF5RZ-3079BF8RZ-3078BAF8RZ-3079BAFA2094JBJ144MCS104175MS20384MS20385XK8683