Dorman 533-206 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower

Dorman 533-206 Front Lower Ball Joint

Dorman 533-206 is a threaded, press-in suspension ball joint built as a standard replacement for the original equipment on select Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth vehicles. It is engineered for front lower suspension service and includes a dust boot and mounting hardware for a direct repair-focused installation.

Key Features

• Precision-engineered suspension ball joint for OE-style replacement
• Threaded design with press-in mounting type
• Steel construction with grey finish
• Dust boot included with polychloroprene boot material
• Greaseable design for serviceable maintenance
• Standard suspension grade replacement
• Mounting hardware included
• 12 mm wrench size and pinch-style stud

Detailed Description

This Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 533-206, is made for front lower applications on 1981-1983 Dodge Aries, 1983 Dodge Charger, 1982-1983 Dodge Rampage, 1983 Dodge 600, 1981-1983 Plymouth Reliant, 1983 Plymouth Turismo, 1982-1983 Chrysler LeBaron, 1983 Chrysler New Yorker, and 1982-1983 Chrysler Town & Country. It is a steel, threaded replacement with a press-in mounting style, designed to restore proper suspension connection at the lower control arm. The greaseable construction and included dust boot support long-term service in demanding front suspension use. This part number 533-206 cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K7115 for the same application.

Common Repair Uses

• Front suspension looseness or play at the lower ball joint
• Clunking or popping noises from the front end over bumps
• Uneven tire wear related to worn suspension geometry
• Steering instability caused by worn lower joint components
• Restoring proper front lower suspension articulation on Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth models

Installation Notes

Compatible with front lower suspension service on the listed vehicles. Press-in installation requires proper suspension tools and attention to joint orientation during assembly. Verify stud thread length, pinch-style stud fitment, and mounting dimensions before installation. The included dust boot and mounting hardware support a complete repair process, and the greaseable design allows routine lubrication after installation.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs this ball joint as a precision-engineered replacement and subjects it to rigorous testing to support reliable OE-style service on the specified applications. Part number 533-206 is built for standard suspension replacement use on Chrysler, Dodge, and Plymouth front lower suspension systems.