Dorman 533-164 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower or Rear Lower

Dorman 533-164 Suspension Ball Joint

Dorman 533-164 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a standard replacement for specific front lower and rear lower applications. It is engineered and tested for reliable OE-style service on vehicles such as the Buick Century, Chevrolet Celebrity, Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera, and Pontiac 6000.

Key Features

• Steel construction with a grey finish
• Threaded, bolt-in mounting type
• Greaseable design for serviceability
• Dust boot included with rubber boot material
• Mounting hardware included
• 12 mm wrench size
• Pinch-style stud design
• Standard suspension grade replacement

Product Details

This suspension ball joint is designed for direct replacement in select GM compact and midsize platforms, including front lower applications on the Buick Century, Chevrolet Celebrity, Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera, and Pontiac 6000, plus rear lower fitment on the Pontiac Fiero. The Dorman 533-164 uses a threaded, bolt-in mounting style and includes a dust boot to help protect the joint from road contamination. Its greaseable design supports routine maintenance, while the steel body provides the structural strength expected in suspension service.

This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K5263 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Front-end looseness or play from a worn ball joint
• Clunking or knocking noises over bumps
• Uneven tire wear related to suspension joint wear
• Steering wander caused by excess suspension movement
• Restoration work on older Buick, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac models

Installation Notes

Fits 1982-1996 Buick Century, front lower; 1982-1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera, front lower; 1987-1996 Oldsmobile Cutlass, front lower; 1987-1994 Oldsmobile Cutlass Cruiser, front lower; 1990-1991 Chevrolet Lumina APV, front lower; 1990-1991 Oldsmobile Silhouette, front lower; 1982-1991 Pontiac 6000, front lower; 1990-1991 Pontiac Trans Sport, front lower; 1982-1990 Chevrolet Celebrity, front lower; 1984-1987 Pontiac Fiero, rear lower; 1980-1986 Chevrolet Citation, front lower; 1980-1985 Buick Skylark, front lower; 1984-1985 Chevrolet Citation II, front lower; 1980-1984 Oldsmobile Omega, front lower; and 1980-1984 Pontiac Phoenix, front lower.

Before installation, verify the mounting style, stud type, and position against the original part. Because this is a threaded replacement ball joint, proper alignment and torque procedures should be followed after installation.

Quality Assurance

Dorman states that this suspension ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide dependable replacement performance for the original equipment on specific vehicles. The part number is 533-164.