{"product_id":"dorman-533-197-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Dorman 533-197 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 533-197 Front Lower Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 533-197 is a threaded suspension ball joint built for front lower applications on select Chevrolet Silverado 1500 and GMC Sierra 1500 trucks. It is precision-engineered and tested for direct replacement use on the original equipment-style suspension layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded, bolt-on suspension ball joint for front lower installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with a gray finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable design with dust boot included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCastle nut included and cotter pin hole provided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium suspension grade type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWrench size: 12 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStud type: taper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 533-197 is a front lower suspension ball joint for 1999-2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Classic, 1999-2006 GMC Sierra 1500, and 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 Classic. Built from steel with a polychloroprene dust boot, this threaded ball joint is designed for the front suspension where steering and wheel control depend on tight joint movement and secure mounting. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K6539 and Delphi TC1624 for the same application. If you are replacing a worn front lower ball joint on a Chevrolet Silverado 1500 or GMC Sierra 1500, Dorman 533-197 provides the OE-style service part needed for that repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end clunking or popping from a worn lower ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive play in the front suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear caused by loose suspension geometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering wander or imprecise road feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoot damage that can expose the joint to contamination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the vehicle’s front lower suspension layout before ordering. This part uses a bolt-on mounting type with a taper stud, cotter pin hole, and castle nut included. The greaseable design allows routine lubrication after installation, and the dust boot helps protect the joint from road debris and moisture. Confirm fitment for the exact model year and position before service on Silverado 1500 and Sierra 1500 trucks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states this suspension ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to serve as a reliable replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles. The part is built to premium suspension standards for front lower service applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52756096549045,"sku":"BKKY-533-197","price":61.52,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_533197_Fro.jpg?v=1782975195","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-533-197-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}