Dorman 540-037 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower
Dorman 540-037 Front Lower Ball Joint
Dorman 540-037 is a threaded, press-in suspension ball joint built for front lower applications on a wide range of Ford, Mazda, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable OE-style replacement on specific vehicles, including Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer, and Mazda B3000 front lower fitments.
Key Features
- Threaded suspension ball joint for front lower installation
- Steel construction with grey finish
- Premium suspension grade type
- Dust boot included with polychloroprene material
- Castle nut included; cotter pin hole provided
- Press-in mounting type with tapered stud
- Wrench size: 12 mm
- Cross-reference: MOOG Chassis Products K8695T and Delphi TC1672 for the same application
Detailed Description
This Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 540-037, is designed for front lower suspension service where a worn joint can affect steering feel, tire wear, and front-end stability. The steel body, threaded design, and tapered stud support a direct replacement approach for vehicles such as the Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer, Ford Expedition, and Mazda B3000. It also fits select Lincoln, Mercury, and Ford truck applications, making it a practical OE-style solution for common front suspension repairs.
Compatible With: 1998-2012 Ford Ranger front lower; 1998-2010 Mazda B4000 front lower; 1998-2008 Mazda B3000 front lower; 1995-2005 Ford Explorer front lower; 2001-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac front lower; 2003-2005 Lincoln Aviator front lower; 1997-2005 Mercury Mountaineer front lower; 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage front lower; 2001-2003 Ford Explorer Sport front lower; 1997-2003 Ford F-150 front lower; 2002-2003 Lincoln Blackwood front lower; 1997-2002 Ford Expedition front lower; 1998-2002 Lincoln Navigator front lower; 2001 Mazda B2500 front lower; 1999 Mazda B2500 front lower; 1997-1999 Ford F-250 front lower, under 8,500 lb. GVW.
What It Helps Fix
- Front-end clunking or looseness from a worn lower ball joint
- Uneven tire wear caused by suspension play
- Steering wander or imprecise road feel
- Suspension noise during turns or bumps
- Excess movement in the lower control arm connection
Installation Notes and Tips
This part uses a press-in mounting type and is intended for front lower positions only. Verify the vehicle application, model year, and standard-size fitment before installation. The included dust boot, castle nut, and mounting hardware support a complete service setup, while the cotter pin hole allows secure fastening where required. Because the joint is not greaseable and does not include a grease fitting, it is designed as a sealed service part.
Quality Assurance
Dorman manufactures this ball joint as a precision-engineered replacement and subjects it to rigorous testing for fit and function on listed applications. Part number 540-037 is built to meet the demands of front suspension service on Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer, Mazda B3000, and related vehicles.
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$12.67Dorman 540-037 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower
Dorman 540-037 Front Lower Ball Joint
Dorman 540-037 is a threaded, press-in suspension ball joint built for front lower applications on a wide range of Ford, Mazda, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable OE-style replacement on specific vehicles, including Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer, and Mazda B3000 front lower fitments.
Key Features
- Threaded suspension ball joint for front lower installation
- Steel construction with grey finish
- Premium suspension grade type
- Dust boot included with polychloroprene material
- Castle nut included; cotter pin hole provided
- Press-in mounting type with tapered stud
- Wrench size: 12 mm
- Cross-reference: MOOG Chassis Products K8695T and Delphi TC1672 for the same application
Detailed Description
This Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 540-037, is designed for front lower suspension service where a worn joint can affect steering feel, tire wear, and front-end stability. The steel body, threaded design, and tapered stud support a direct replacement approach for vehicles such as the Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer, Ford Expedition, and Mazda B3000. It also fits select Lincoln, Mercury, and Ford truck applications, making it a practical OE-style solution for common front suspension repairs.
Compatible With: 1998-2012 Ford Ranger front lower; 1998-2010 Mazda B4000 front lower; 1998-2008 Mazda B3000 front lower; 1995-2005 Ford Explorer front lower; 2001-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac front lower; 2003-2005 Lincoln Aviator front lower; 1997-2005 Mercury Mountaineer front lower; 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage front lower; 2001-2003 Ford Explorer Sport front lower; 1997-2003 Ford F-150 front lower; 2002-2003 Lincoln Blackwood front lower; 1997-2002 Ford Expedition front lower; 1998-2002 Lincoln Navigator front lower; 2001 Mazda B2500 front lower; 1999 Mazda B2500 front lower; 1997-1999 Ford F-250 front lower, under 8,500 lb. GVW.
What It Helps Fix
- Front-end clunking or looseness from a worn lower ball joint
- Uneven tire wear caused by suspension play
- Steering wander or imprecise road feel
- Suspension noise during turns or bumps
- Excess movement in the lower control arm connection
Installation Notes and Tips
This part uses a press-in mounting type and is intended for front lower positions only. Verify the vehicle application, model year, and standard-size fitment before installation. The included dust boot, castle nut, and mounting hardware support a complete service setup, while the cotter pin hole allows secure fastening where required. Because the joint is not greaseable and does not include a grease fitting, it is designed as a sealed service part.
Quality Assurance
Dorman manufactures this ball joint as a precision-engineered replacement and subjects it to rigorous testing for fit and function on listed applications. Part number 540-037 is built to meet the demands of front suspension service on Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer, Mazda B3000, and related vehicles.
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Dorman 540-037 Front Lower Ball Joint
Dorman 540-037 is a threaded, press-in suspension ball joint built for front lower applications on a wide range of Ford, Mazda, Lincoln, and Mercury vehicles. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable OE-style replacement on specific vehicles, including Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer, and Mazda B3000 front lower fitments.
Key Features
- Threaded suspension ball joint for front lower installation
- Steel construction with grey finish
- Premium suspension grade type
- Dust boot included with polychloroprene material
- Castle nut included; cotter pin hole provided
- Press-in mounting type with tapered stud
- Wrench size: 12 mm
- Cross-reference: MOOG Chassis Products K8695T and Delphi TC1672 for the same application
Detailed Description
This Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 540-037, is designed for front lower suspension service where a worn joint can affect steering feel, tire wear, and front-end stability. The steel body, threaded design, and tapered stud support a direct replacement approach for vehicles such as the Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer, Ford Expedition, and Mazda B3000. It also fits select Lincoln, Mercury, and Ford truck applications, making it a practical OE-style solution for common front suspension repairs.
Compatible With: 1998-2012 Ford Ranger front lower; 1998-2010 Mazda B4000 front lower; 1998-2008 Mazda B3000 front lower; 1995-2005 Ford Explorer front lower; 2001-2005 Ford Explorer Sport Trac front lower; 2003-2005 Lincoln Aviator front lower; 1997-2005 Mercury Mountaineer front lower; 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage front lower; 2001-2003 Ford Explorer Sport front lower; 1997-2003 Ford F-150 front lower; 2002-2003 Lincoln Blackwood front lower; 1997-2002 Ford Expedition front lower; 1998-2002 Lincoln Navigator front lower; 2001 Mazda B2500 front lower; 1999 Mazda B2500 front lower; 1997-1999 Ford F-250 front lower, under 8,500 lb. GVW.
What It Helps Fix
- Front-end clunking or looseness from a worn lower ball joint
- Uneven tire wear caused by suspension play
- Steering wander or imprecise road feel
- Suspension noise during turns or bumps
- Excess movement in the lower control arm connection
Installation Notes and Tips
This part uses a press-in mounting type and is intended for front lower positions only. Verify the vehicle application, model year, and standard-size fitment before installation. The included dust boot, castle nut, and mounting hardware support a complete service setup, while the cotter pin hole allows secure fastening where required. Because the joint is not greaseable and does not include a grease fitting, it is designed as a sealed service part.
Quality Assurance
Dorman manufactures this ball joint as a precision-engineered replacement and subjects it to rigorous testing for fit and function on listed applications. Part number 540-037 is built to meet the demands of front suspension service on Ford Ranger, Ford Explorer, Mazda B3000, and related vehicles.
