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Delphi TC5526 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper
| Brand | Delphi TC5526 |
|---|---|
| Position | Front Upper |
| Adjustable | No |
| Ball Joint Assembly | Yes |
| Bushings Included | No |
| Castle Nut Included | Yes |
| Color | Gray |
| Cotter Pin Hole | Yes |
| Cotter Pin Included | Yes |
| Dust Boot Included | Yes |
| Dust Boot Material | Choloroprene Rubber (CR) |
| Grease Fitting Included | No |
| Greaseable | No |
| Height | 3.228 |
| Item Grade | Standard Replacement |
| Length | 82 |
| Material | Steel |
| Maximum Outside Diameter | 1.713 |
| Maximum Outside Diameter | 43.5 |
| Mount Plate Included | No |
| Mounting Bolts Included | No |
| Mounting Hardware Included | Yes |
| Mounting Type | Press In |
| Nuts Included | Yes |
| Stud Taper Per Foot | 0.125 |
| Stud Tapered End 1 Diameter | 0.63 |
| Stud Tapered End 1 Diameter | 16.0 |
| Stud Tapered End 2 Diameter | 0.528 |
| Stud Tapered End 2 Diameter | 13.4 |
| Stud Thread Diameter | 10.0 |
| Stud Thread Length | 1.024 |
| Stud Thread Pitch | 1.25 |
| Stud Type | Threaded |
| Suspension Grade Type | Standard |
| Tapered Stud | Yes |
| Washers Included | No |
| Width | 43.5 |
| Fits | Hyundai and Kia · 12 vehicles |
Standard replacement. OE expertise and dimensional analysis help ensure compatibility.
Steel construction. Built with a dust boot and threaded tapered stud for dependable service.
Press-in design. Includes mounting hardware, cotter pin, castle nut, and nut.
Cross-references Beck/Arnley 101-6219, MOOG Chassis Products K500072 and 54430-3F600 for the same application. See all 4.
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Delphi TC5526 Front Upper Ball Joint
Delphi TC5526 is a standard replacement suspension ball joint built for front upper applications on select Hyundai and Kia vehicles. It uses a press-in mounting design, a threaded tapered stud, and a dust boot to support secure steering and suspension movement.
- Front upper suspension ball joint for select Hyundai Sonata, Hyundai Azera, and Kia Amanti applications
- Press-in mounting type with threaded, tapered stud
- Steel construction with gray finish
- Dust boot included; grease fitting not included
- Castle nut, cotter pin, nuts, and mounting hardware included
- Standard replacement grade for OE-style service
Application Details
Compatible with 2008-2011 Hyundai Azera, front upper; 2008-2010 Hyundai Sonata, front upper; 2007-2009 Kia Amanti, front upper; 2007 Hyundai Azera, front upper, non-adjustable type from 06/07/2007; and 2007 Hyundai Sonata, front upper, non-adjustable type from 09/21/2007. This part number, TC5526, also cross-references Beck/Arnley 101-6219 for the same application.
Product Features
- Steel body with chloroprene rubber dust boot
- Maximum outside diameter: 43.5 mm
- Length: 82 mm; height: 3.228 in.
- Stud thread diameter: 10.0 mm with 1.25 pitch
- Tapered stud design with cotter pin hole
- Non-adjustable, greaseable-free design
What This Ball Joint Helps Address
- Front suspension looseness or play
- Clunking or knocking from the upper control arm area
- Uneven steering response caused by worn joint movement
- Excessive suspension articulation wear at the front upper pivot point
- Inspection failure related to worn ball joint components
Installation Notes
TC5526 installs as a press-in front upper ball joint and should be matched to the vehicle’s non-adjustable configuration where specified. Verify year, make, model, and production date before installation, especially on 2007 Hyundai Azera and 2007 Hyundai Sonata applications. Confirm taper, thread size, and mounting style before pressing the joint into place.
Quality Assurance
Delphi applies OE-focused dimensional and material analysis to support fitment consistency between original and aftermarket parts. The component is tested for extreme temperature exposure and salt-spray resistance to reflect demanding suspension service conditions.
| Year | Make | Model | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Hyundai | Azera | Front Upper | Non-Adjustable Type |
| 2010 | Hyundai | Azera | Front Upper | Non-Adjustable Type |
| 2010 | Hyundai | Sonata | Front Upper | Non-Adjustable Type |
| 2009 | Hyundai | Azera | Front Upper | Non-Adjustable Type |
| 2009 | Hyundai | Sonata | Front Upper | Non-Adjustable Type |
| 2009 | Kia | Amanti | Front Upper | Non-Adjustable Type |
| 2008 | Hyundai | Azera | Front Upper | Non-Adjustable Type |
| 2008 | Hyundai | Sonata | Front Upper | Non-Adjustable Type |
| 2008 | Kia | Amanti | Front Upper | Non-Adjustable Type |
| 2007 | Hyundai | Azera | Front Upper | Non-Adjustable Type; From 06/07/2007 |
| 2007 | Hyundai | Sonata | Front Upper | Non-Adjustable Type; From 09/21/2007 |
| 2007 | Kia | Amanti | Front Upper | Non-Adjustable Type |
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