{"product_id":"dorman-533-162-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","title":"Dorman 533-162 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 533-162 Front Upper Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 533-162 is a threaded suspension ball joint for front upper applications on select classic GM vehicles. It is precision-engineered and tested as a direct replacement for the original equipment design, with steel construction, a rubber dust boot, and a greaseable service design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits front upper suspension positions on select Chevrolet, Buick, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel body with grey finish for durable suspension service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded, bolt-in mounting type with tapered stud\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable design with grease fitting included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included; rubber boot material helps protect the joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCastle nut, mounting hardware, and cotter pin hole included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement suspension grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 533-162 for easy catalog matching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint is built for front upper use on applications such as the Chevrolet Camaro, Chevrolet El Camino, Chevrolet Malibu, Chevrolet Monte Carlo, Chevrolet Nova, Buick Skylark, Oldsmobile Cutlass, Oldsmobile Omega, Pontiac Firebird, Pontiac GTO, Pontiac Grand Prix, and Pontiac LeMans. It is a threaded, bolt-in style replacement with a tapered stud, 12 mm wrench size, and a greaseable service setup for routine maintenance. The steel construction and included dust boot support long-term suspension service in classic GM front-end assemblies. This part number 533-162 is a direct-fit replacement for specific OE-style applications where the original ball joint has worn or loosened.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K5108 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems This Part Can Help Solve\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end looseness or play from a worn upper ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or popping noises from the front suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear caused by suspension joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering wander or reduced front-end stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFailed dust boot protection leading to contamination and wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify vehicle year, make, model, and front upper position before installation. This ball joint uses a threaded, bolt-in mounting style and includes a cotter pin hole and castle nut for proper fastening. Inspect the surrounding control arm, hardware, and alignment settings during replacement, and perform a professional wheel alignment after installation. Part number 533-162 should be matched to the confirmed application before service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states this suspension ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide a reliable OE-style replacement for specific vehicles. The design uses steel construction, a rubber dust boot, and a greaseable service layout to support dependable suspension repair.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52756095467701,"sku":"BKKY-533-162","price":28.55,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_533162_Fro.jpg?v=1782974958","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-533-162-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}