Dorman 533-192 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower

Dorman 533-192 Front Lower Ball Joint

Dorman 533-192 is a threaded, press-in suspension ball joint for front lower applications on select Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC vehicles. It is built as a precision replacement for the original equipment part and is listed for heavy-duty and standard suspension applications across a wide range of trucks, vans, and SUVs.

Key Features

• Threaded suspension ball joint for front lower installation
• Steel construction with gray finish
• Dust boot included with polychloroprene boot material
• Greaseable design with no grease fitting included
• Castle nut included and cotter pin hole provided
• Press-in mounting type with taper stud design
• Premium suspension grade type
• Part number 533-192 for direct catalog lookup

Detailed Description

This Dorman suspension ball joint is engineered for direct replacement use where the original front lower joint has worn or loosened. The steel body, threaded design, and press-in mounting style support service on vehicles such as the Chevrolet C1500, Chevrolet Tahoe, GMC Yukon, Cadillac DeVille, and Cadillac DTS. The included dust boot helps protect the joint area, while the greaseable construction supports routine chassis service. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K6445 for the same application.

Use Dorman 533-192 when you need a front lower ball joint for 1988-2002 Chevrolet C1500, front lower; 1995-2000 Chevrolet Tahoe, front lower; 1995-1999 GMC Yukon, front lower; 1997-2005 Cadillac DeVille, front lower; or 2006-2011 Cadillac DTS, front lower. The part number 533-192 also appears in interchange listings for multiple OE and aftermarket references.

What It Is Used For

• Restoring steering response after a worn lower ball joint develops play
• Addressing front-end clunking or looseness over bumps
• Replacing a damaged dust boot or deteriorated joint housing
• Correcting uneven tire wear caused by suspension joint wear
• Servicing front lower suspension on heavy-duty and standard applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify vehicle year, make, model, and suspension configuration before ordering. This part is listed for front lower positions only and uses a press-in mounting type with a taper stud and 12 mm wrench size. Inspect the control arm, mounting bore, and surrounding hardware for wear before installation. Follow the vehicle service procedure for pressing the joint in and torquing the castle nut to specification.

Quality Assurance

Dorman states that this suspension ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide reliable replacement performance for the original equipment on specific vehicles. The part is built to meet premium suspension service expectations for long-term repair use.