This little guy basically connects your suspension to your wheel assembly. It's a spherical bearing – think of it like your shoulder joint, allowing for movement in multiple directions. It lets your wheels turn and move up and down with the bumps in the road while still keeping everything securely connected. It pivots, allowing the suspension to move freely. It's a key part of your front suspension system. It's what allows your wheels to steer and absorb shocks. Without it, you wouldn't be able to turn the car smoothly, and the ride would be incredibly rough. They’re at the end of your control arms, connecting to the steering knuckle, which holds the wheel hub. You’ll find them on both the upper and lower control arms. Well, if a ball joint goes bad, you’ll notice it. Usually it starts as a clunking sound, especially when going over bumps or turning the wheel. It acts like a shield protecting the more expensive parts of your suspension. If it fails completely, it can cause a loss of steering control. That's obviously a pretty big deal. They do wear out over time, especially on vehicles that see a lot of road salt or rough roads. Fixparts Online has a good selection of these, and they’re not super difficult to replace if you’re comfortable doing some suspension work. But if you're not, definitely have a professional handle it. It's a safety item, and getting it right is crucial. Reliable engineering: Ball Joint (MPN A0004310767) includes a 12-month warranty!

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