{"product_id":"suspensia-x32bj0394-suspension-ball-joint-rear-lower","title":"Suspensia X32BJ0394 Suspension Ball Joint - Rear Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSuspensia Rear Lower Ball Joint for Escape and Tribute\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuspensia X32BJ0394 is a rear lower suspension ball joint built with forged steel construction, a steel housing, and a press-on taper attachment. It comes pre-greased and includes a rubber dust boot and locking nut for service-ready replacement on supported Ford Escape and Mazda Tribute applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForged steel ball joint with steel housing for durable suspension service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress-on attachment with taper connection and threaded stud\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-greased design for initial installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber dust boot in black to help protect the joint assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocking nut included; grease fitting, castle nut, cotter pin, washer, and mounting plate are not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThread size: M12 x 1.25; wrench size: 19 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-adjustable, regular-grade design with plastic bearing material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuspensia X32BJ0394 is a rear lower suspension ball joint for select Ford Escape and Mazda Tribute models. It is manufactured in Turkey in IATF16949 certified factories, reflecting the production standards used by ISC Industries for OE and Tier 1 supply programs. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K500135 and Mevotech Supreme MS40507 for the same application. Use X32BJ0394 when replacing a worn rear lower ball joint on 2001-2012 Ford Escape or 2001-2006 and 2008-2011 Mazda Tribute vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Symptoms\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or popping from the rear suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive play in the rear lower control arm area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to suspension looseness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose or unstable rear-end handling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisible boot damage or joint wear during inspection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 2001-2012 Ford Escape, rear lower. Fits 2001-2006 Mazda Tribute, rear lower. Fits 2008-2011 Mazda Tribute, rear lower. Verify the M12 x 1.25 thread size and press-on\/taper attachment before installation. Because this is a press-on style ball joint, proper suspension service tools and alignment inspection after installation are recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuspensia parts are produced in Turkey in IATF16949 certified factories under ISC Industries, a supplier to OE Tier 1 customers including Ford, Fiat\/Chrysler, Volkswagen Group, and Renault\/Nissan, as well as other OE suppliers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Suspensia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52727052927157,"sku":"HDHN-X32BJ0394","price":20.28,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/IZ_X32BJ0394_Fro.jpg?v=1782105104","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/suspensia-x32bj0394-suspension-ball-joint-rear-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}