Dorman - OE Solutions Suspension Ball Joint P/N:539-881
Help your front suspension pivot smoothly and your steering respond as it should with this Dorman ball joint, part number 539-985, a front upper replacement designed to fit and perform like the original equipment. It fits many vehicles, among them the 2003-2006 Ford Crown Victoria, 2003-2004 Ford Grand Marquis and 2003-2006 Lincoln Town Car. See the Buyer's Guide tab for the full list.
Mounted in the front upper position, the ball joint is the pivot between the control arm and the steering knuckle. It lets the wheel travel up and down with the suspension and turn as you steer. A worn joint may show up as clunking over bumps, loose or wandering steering, or uneven tire wear. If a worn Lincoln Town Car ball joint is the cause of those symptoms, Dorman 539-985 replaces it.
Follow the vehicle service information for removal, installation and torque procedures, and have the wheel alignment checked after installation.
Interchange: 610.61012
61061012 · TC2542 · 10480272 · K80272 · FA2218 · GK80272 · MK80272 · 1008004 · JBJ1017
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What does a suspension ball joint do?
It is the pivot that links the control arm to the steering knuckle, so the wheel can move with the suspension and turn as you steer. Dorman 539-985 is for the front upper position.
Will this work as a Grand Marquis ball joint for my car?
It is listed as the front upper ball joint for the 2003-2004 Ford Grand Marquis. Check the Buyer's Guide tab to confirm your exact vehicle.
Is this the right Crown Victoria ball joint?
It is listed as the front upper ball joint for the 2003-2006 Ford Crown Victoria.
What are signs a ball joint may need replacing?
Common signs are clunking over bumps, loose or wandering steering, uneven tire wear and visible play in the joint. Other worn parts can cause similar symptoms, so diagnose the cause before you replace it.
What is it made of, and how is it installed?
Dorman lists it as made of steel and rubber material. Follow the vehicle service information for installation and torque, then have the wheel alignment checked.
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