Dorman 533-228 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper

Dorman 533-228 Front Upper Ball Joint

Dorman 533-228 is a threaded suspension ball joint engineered as a standard replacement for specific Ford, Lincoln, and related front upper applications. It is built from steel with a rubber dust boot and greaseable design to support serviceable suspension repair on vehicles such as the Ford F-150, Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and Lincoln Blackwood.

Key Features

• Steel suspension ball joint with grey finish
• Threaded design with tapered stud type
• Press-in mounting type for front upper suspension service
• Greaseable construction with grease fitting not included
• Dust boot included; rubber boot material
• Castle nut included and cotter pin hole provided
• Mounting hardware included
• Standard replacement suspension grade

Detailed Description

This Dorman suspension ball joint is precision-engineered and tested for replacement use on select vehicles where the front upper joint is worn or damaged. Part number 533-228 is listed for 1997-2003 Ford F-150, 2004 Ford F-150 Heritage, 1997-2002 Ford Expedition, 1998-2002 Lincoln Navigator, 2002 Lincoln Blackwood, and 1997-1999 Ford F-250 front upper positions, with a note that it will not fit original control arms. This part cross-references QuickSteer K80014 for the same application.

Common Repair Applications

• Front-end looseness or play in the suspension
• Clunking or knocking from the front upper control area
• Uneven tire wear related to worn ball joint geometry
• Steering instability during braking or cornering
• Replacement of a damaged or seized upper ball joint

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify control arm compatibility before installation, since this part will not fit original control arms on the listed applications. Confirm the press-in mounting style, threaded design, and front upper position before service. Use the included castle nut and the cotter pin hole as part of the final fastening check, and follow the vehicle service procedure for proper torque and alignment after installation. For fitment searches, this part is commonly referenced for Ford F-150 front upper ball joint replacement, Ford Expedition front upper suspension repair, and Lincoln Navigator front upper ball joint service.

Quality Assurance

Dorman states that this suspension ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide a reliable OE-style replacement for specific vehicles. The steel construction, greaseable design, and included dust boot support durable suspension service on the intended applications. Part number 533-228 is also known in the market as a replacement reference for Ford F-150, Ford Expedition, and Lincoln Navigator front upper suspension repairs.