Keep the front suspension tight and the steering responsive with the Beck/Arnley Suspension Ball Joint 101-5198 (also written 1015198). This front upper ball joint installs as a direct-fit replacement for the 1983-1997 Ford Ranger, 1986-1990 Ford Bronco II, and 1991-1994 Ford Explorer, plus the 1994-1997 Mazda B2300, 1994-1996 Mazda B3000, 1994-1997 Mazda B4000, and 1992-1994 Mazda Navajo — see the Buyer's Guide tab for engine-level details.
The ball joint pivots between the front upper control arm and the steering knuckle, allowing the suspension to travel and the wheels to steer while locating the wheel. Worn joints can show up as clunking over bumps or when turning, uneven tire wear, or loose, wandering steering; if the original front upper joint is the cause, this replaces it.
- OE-matched design: built to match OE form, fit, and function for foreign-nameplate applications.
- Corrosion protection: coated or plated to resist corrosion.
- Hardware supplied as needed: necessary hardware is provided for a complete installation, with functionality matching the original design requirements.
- Application specific: engineered for the listed vehicles.
Ball joints wear as a pair — inspect and replace the opposite side as directed by the service procedure for balanced steering.
Interchange: 45D0061 · 61065056 · 536510 · BJ85156 · BJ85156RD · BJ85156XL · K8560T · ZZL133051 · FA1626 · MK8560T · 5001061 · 104132
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
45D0061, 61065056, 536510, BJ85156, BJ85156RD, BJ85156XL, K8560T, ZZL133051, FA1626, MK8560T, 5001061, 104132
