Replace a worn front lower ball joint with the MOOG CHASSIS ball joint K500113T005. It is made .005 in oversized and designed to fit snugly in a worn receptacle. It fits the 2007-2009 Dodge Sprinter 2500 and 3500, 2007-2021 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500, and 2010-2024 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500. It also fits the 2018-2024 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 3500XD, 2019-2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 1500, 2019-2023 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 4500 and 2024 Mercedes-Benz eSprinter. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for engine details.
The lower ball joint is the pivot between the lower control arm and the steering knuckle, letting the front wheel steer and move with the suspension. MOOG puts its ball joints through rigorous testing and designs them with problem-solving features intended to make installation fast and straightforward.
- Oversized for a tight fit: A larger outer diameter is designed to seat tightly in a worn receptacle.
- Problem Solver® gusher bearing: The metal-to-metal design provides strength and lets grease flow through the bearing surface to reduce friction.
- Heat-treated ball studs and greaseable socket: The studs are heat treated to match or exceed OE requirements, which helps inhibit premature failure and improves fatigue strength. Fresh lubricant pushed into the socket flushes out contaminants to reduce corrosion and wear.
- Sealed and preloaded: A pre-installed dust boot shields the socket components from contaminants. A Belleville preload washer helps keep the bearing package tight as the bearings wear. MOOG's patented pressed-in cover plate seals out debris and minimizes looseness.
Precision tolerances are intended for easy installation and steering alignment. Signs a lower ball joint may need replacing include clunking over bumps, loose or wandering steering, uneven tire wear and noticeable play at the wheel. Inspect the front suspension to confirm the cause before replacing, and have the alignment checked afterward.
Interchange: 539-964
539964 · 68012164AA · 68012165AA · TC2424 · BJ81475XL · BJ81475 · MX25516
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
68012164AA, 68012165AA, TC2424, BJ81475XL, 539-964, BJ81475, MX25516
Frequently Asked Questions
What does .005 in oversized mean on this ball joint?
It has a slightly larger outer diameter than standard, so it seats tightly in a control arm receptacle that has worn.
What does a suspension ball joint do?
It is the pivot that connects the lower control arm to the steering knuckle. It lets the front wheel steer and travel with the suspension.
Can I grease the MOOG K500113T005?
Yes. It has a greaseable socket, and the gusher bearing design lets new grease flow through the bearing surface to flush out contaminants.
Which vans does this ball joint fit?
It fits the 2007-2009 Dodge Sprinter 2500 and 3500, the 2007-2021 Freightliner Sprinter 2500 and 3500, the 2010-2024 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 2500 and 3500, and more. See the "Vehicles it fits" section.
What are signs of a worn lower ball joint?
Clunking over bumps, loose or wandering steering, uneven tire wear or play at the wheel can indicate wear. Inspect the suspension to confirm the cause before replacing.
