Keep the front suspension located and steering tight with the Beck/Arnley Suspension Ball Joint 101-8588. This front lower ball joint pivots between the control arm and the steering knuckle, letting the suspension travel and the wheels steer while holding the alignment geometry in place. It's an application-specific, direct replacement for the 2004-2013 Mazda 3 and the 2006-2010 and 2012-2015 Mazda 5 — see the Buyer's Guide tab for engine-level fitment.
OE-quality replacement: engineered to match OE form, fit and function on foreign-nameplate applications.
Corrosion protection: coated or plated to resist corrosion.
Hardware as needed: necessary hardware supplied as needed for a complete installation, with functionality matching the original design requirements.
Application specific: built for this vehicle's front lower position.
Worn ball joints often show up as clunking or popping from the front suspension over bumps, uneven or accelerated tire wear, and loose or wandering steering. If a failed front lower ball joint is the cause, this unit replaces it. Ball joints wear as a pair, so inspect and replace the opposite side as directed by the service procedure.
It's a front lower pivot that connects the control arm to the steering knuckle, allowing the suspension to travel and the wheels to steer while holding the alignment geometry in place.
Which vehicles does the 101-8588 fit?
It's an application-specific replacement for the 2004-2013 Mazda 3 and the 2006-2010 and 2012-2015 Mazda 5. Check the Buyer's Guide tab for engine-level fitment for your vehicle.
What are the signs of a worn ball joint?
Common signs include clunking or popping from the front suspension over bumps, uneven or accelerated tire wear, and loose or wandering steering. Diagnose the cause before replacing.
Is mounting hardware included?
Necessary hardware is supplied as needed for a complete installation, with functionality matching the original design requirements. Consult the vehicle service information for correct torque and procedure.
Should I replace both sides?
Ball joints wear as a pair, so it's good practice to inspect the opposite side and replace it as directed by the service procedure for balanced suspension performance.
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WARNING:
These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
