Moog Ball Joint (MPN: K500444)

Reliable performance with greaseable design and dust boot protection.

The Moog Ball Joint is engineered for durability and reliability, making it a crucial component for maintaining vehicle steering and suspension systems. Utilizing a problem solver gusher bearing design, this ball joint features a metal-to-metal construction that enhances strength while allowing grease to flow through the bearing surface, reducing friction and extending the product's lifespan. The greaseable socket design helps to minimize corrosion and wear by enabling the introduction of new lubricant, effectively flushing out contaminants that can cause damage.

Designed to meet or exceed original equipment (OE) specifications, the Moog Ball Joint includes a pre-installed dust boot that protects socket components from dirt and moisture, further enhancing its longevity. The Belleville preload washer absorbs impact and maintains the integrity of the bearing package as it wears, ensuring consistent performance over time. With precision tolerances, this ball joint allows for easy installation and proper steering alignment, providing a seamless fit right out of the box.

Comprehensive testing conducted by Moog engineers throughout the design and development phases guarantees quality and reliability. This ball joint not only restores like-new steering and handling but also revitalizes the overall ride quality of the vehicle, making it an essential replacement part for maintaining optimal performance.

Features

• Problem Solver Gusher Bearing: Metal To Metal Design Provides Strength And Allows Grease To Flow Through Bearing Surface For Reduced Friction And Long Life
• Strong And Durable: Engineered To Match Or Exceed OE Requirements
• Greaseable Socket: Reduces Corrosion And Wear By Allowing New Lubricant To Flush Contaminants
• Keeps Dirt And Water Out: Pre-Installed Dust Boot Shields Socket Components From Wear-Causing Contaminants
• Absorbs Impact: Belleville Preload Washer Helps Keep The Bearing Package Tight As Bearings Wear
• Restores Like New Steering: Patented Pressed In Cover Plate Seals Out Debris And Minimizes Looseness, Reducing Bearing Wear And Promoting Longer Life
• Restores Ride: Provides Revamped Steering And Handling Feel
• Easy To Install: Precision Tolerances For Easy Installation And Steering Alignment Giving You A Perfect Fit Right Out Of The Box
• Rigorous Testing: Comprehensive Testing Throughout Design And Development Processes By MOOG Engineers For Quality You Can Count On

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Moog Chassis
• Manufacturer Part Number: K500444
• Housing Type: OEM
• Adjustability: OEM
• Greasable: Yes
• Includes Dust Boots: Yes
• Quantity: Single

Compatibility / Fit

• 2017-2025 Jeep Compass

Technical Documents

• K500422_INS.pdf