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Dorman 533-258 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower

Front Lower
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Fitment: Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury, Continental, Sable, and Taurus
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Dorman 533-258 Front Lower Ball Joint

Dorman 533-258 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a direct replacement for the original equipment on select Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln vehicles. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable front suspension service on applications such as the Ford Taurus, Mercury Sable, and Lincoln Continental.

Key Features

  • Threaded, bolt-in style suspension ball joint
  • Steel construction with a grey finish
  • Dust boot included for joint protection
  • Premium suspension grade type
  • Mounting hardware included
  • Tapered stud design with 12 mm wrench size
  • OE-style replacement for front lower suspension service

Product Details

This Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 533-258, is made from steel and uses a threaded mounting design for front lower installation. The assembly includes a dust boot made from polychloroprene and is built without a grease fitting, bushings, castle nut, cotter pin, or washers. It is a premium-grade replacement intended for vehicles that need a direct-fit front lower ball joint service part. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K8687 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

  • Front-end looseness or play from a worn lower ball joint
  • Clunking or popping noises from the front suspension
  • Uneven tire wear related to suspension joint wear
  • Steering instability during braking or cornering
  • Failed inspection caused by excessive suspension movement

Installation Notes

Fits 1996-2007 Ford Taurus, front lower. Fits 1996-2005 Mercury Sable, front lower. Fits 1995-2002 Lincoln Continental, front lower. Fits 1996-2001 Ford Sable, front lower. Verify the threaded mounting style, tapered stud, and front lower position before installation. Use the included mounting hardware and follow the vehicle service procedure for alignment checks after replacement.

Quality Assurance

Dorman manufactures this ball joint as a precision-engineered replacement and subjects it to testing for dependable OE-style service on the listed applications. Part number 533-258 is built for consistent fit and function on the specified Ford, Mercury, and Lincoln front suspension platforms.

BrandDorman
Part Number533-258
MaterialAcero
MaterialSteel
Maximum Outside Diameter61
Length111
ColorGrey
ColorGris
Castle Nut IncludedNo
Castle Nut IncludedNon
Grease Fitting IncludedNo
Grease Fitting IncludedNon
Suspension Grade TypePremium
Bushings IncludedNo
Bushings IncludedNon
Dust Boot IncludedOui
Dust Boot Included
Dust Boot IncludedYes
Ball Joint AssemblyOui
Ball Joint Assembly
Ball Joint AssemblyYes
Width59
TypeRoscado
TypeThreaded
Cotter Pin IncludedNo
Cotter Pin IncludedNon
Cotter Pin HoleNo
Cotter Pin HoleNon
Mounting Hardware IncludedOui
Mounting Hardware Included
Mounting Hardware IncludedYes
Washers IncludedNo

This part fits 36 vehicles. Search below:

YearMakeModelPositionNotes
2007FordTaurusFront Lower
2006FordTaurusFront Lower
2005FordTaurusFront Lower
2005MercurySableFront Lower
2004FordTaurusFront Lower
2004MercurySableFront Lower
2003FordTaurusFront Lower
2003MercurySableFront Lower
2002FordTaurusFront Lower
2002LincolnContinentalFront Lower
2002MercurySableFront Lower
2001FordSableFront Lower
2001FordTaurusFront Lower
2001LincolnContinentalFront Lower
2001MercurySableFront Lower
2000FordSableFront Lower
2000FordTaurusFront Lower
2000LincolnContinentalFront Lower
2000MercurySableFront Lower
1999FordSableFront Lower
1999FordTaurusFront Lower
1999LincolnContinentalFront Lower
1999MercurySableFront Lower
1998FordSableFront Lower
1998FordTaurusFront Lower
1998LincolnContinentalFront Lower
1998MercurySableFront Lower
1997FordSableFront Lower
1997FordTaurusFront Lower
1997LincolnContinentalFront Lower
1997MercurySableFront Lower
1996FordSableFront Lower
1996FordTaurusFront Lower
1996LincolnContinentalFront Lower
1996MercurySableFront Lower
1995LincolnContinentalFront Lower

* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.

This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:

10421745D224346D2243A5F1Z3050A5F1Z3V050A610.61010FA2098FA2098GLGK8687JBJ1032JBJ1178K8687MCSOE76MK8687TC1671TXK8687XF1Z3050AAXF1Z3V050AA

Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.