{"product_id":"dorman-533-164-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower-or-rear-lower","title":"Dorman 533-164 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower or Rear Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 533-164 Suspension Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with a grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded, bolt-in mounting type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable design for serviceability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included with rubber boot material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 mm wrench size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePinch-style stud design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard suspension grade replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K5263 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end looseness or play from a worn ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking noises over bumps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to suspension joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering wander caused by excess suspension movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoration work on older Buick, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBefore 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52756095533237,"sku":"BKKY-533-164","price":22.27,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_533164_Fro.jpg?v=1782974972","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-533-164-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower-or-rear-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}