Dorman 533-202 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower

Dorman 533-202 Front Lower Ball Joint

Dorman 533-202 is a threaded, press-in suspension ball joint built for front lower applications on a wide range of Dodge, Chrysler, and Plymouth vehicles. It is precision-engineered and tested for dependable OE-style replacement on specific vehicles, including Dodge Dakota, Dodge Ramcharger, and Chrysler Imperial applications.

Key Features

• Steel construction with a grey finish for suspension service
• Threaded design with press-in mounting type
• Dust boot included with rubber boot material
• Greaseable design with no grease fitting included
• Castle nut included and cotter pin hole provided
• Standard replacement suspension grade
• Ball joint assembly included
• Wrench size: 12 mm

Detailed Description

This Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 533-202, is made for front lower suspension locations where a direct replacement is needed for worn or damaged OE components. The steel body, tapered stud, and rubber dust boot support consistent steering and suspension movement while helping protect the joint from road contamination. It cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K7025 for the same application.

Compatible With front lower applications on vehicles such as 1987-1996 Dodge Dakota, 1977-1993 Dodge D150, 1974-1993 Dodge Ramcharger, and 1967-1975 Chrysler Imperial. The 533-202 also serves select Dodge B-series vans and trucks, including press-in type ball joint and standard suspension configurations.

What It Helps Fix

• Front-end looseness or play from a worn ball joint
• Clunking or popping noises from the lower suspension
• Uneven tire wear caused by suspension wear
• Steering wander or reduced road feel
• Inspection failure from excessive joint movement

Installation Notes and Tips

Install this part in the front lower position only on the listed vehicles and configurations. Verify press-in fitment, stud thread length, and suspension type before installation. Because the joint is greaseable but does not include a grease fitting, confirm service access and use the correct 12 mm wrench size during assembly. Always align the cotter pin hole and torque fasteners to the vehicle service specification.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this ball joint as a tested replacement part for specific OE applications. The 533-202 is built to match the service needs of listed Dodge, Chrysler, and Plymouth front suspension setups, including Dodge Dakota and Dodge Ramcharger platforms.