OEM Honda & Acura Ball Joints

What is a Ball Joint on a Car?

In the case of your Honda or Acura, it's part of the front suspension, along with bushings and bearings. The front suspension is what allows your front wheels to independently move vertically and turn right or left at the same time. Most importantly, the suspension is what keeps your tires on the road.

Ball joints are crucial components of one. They're comprised of a ball and socket, which connect a link and enable it to move. What they do is create a pivot between your steering knuckle and control arm, and that helps you remain in control while driving. Over time, however, a ball joint can wear out, and that can cause problems while driving.

What Are the Symptoms of Worn Ball Joints?

There are several:

• Steering that feels loose or vibrates, and unusual noises when steering: both suggest that a ball joint may be loose in your front suspension.
• Excessive tire wear:suggests your tires may not be properly contacting the road, indicating possible wheel misalignment.
• Ball joint lock-up: at this point, the joint will begin to transfer its motion to your control arm bushings, damaging them.

A bad ball joint, however, it's the worst-case scenario. Its stud can separate from its housing, or worse, it can break, at which point inertia will send your wheels off in different directions, and you'll immediately lose control of your vehicle. Your wheels can even strike your fender and drag your tires until you step on the brakes.

Shop and Save on Genuine Ball Joints Online

Luckily, replacing ball joints is easy and relatively inexpensive. In most cases, all you need is a press kit, a C-clamp and adapters, and a few tools, including socket air tools. Honda Acura Online has the best ball joints for any repair project: genuine OEM. Order yours online today, and you'll be crossing another DIY project off your list in no time.