Dorman 533-295 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower

Dorman 533-295 Front Lower Ball Joint

Dorman 533-295 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a standard replacement for specific Nissan front lower applications. It is precision-engineered and tested to match the original equipment function on the listed vehicles, including Nissan 200SX, Maxima, and 810.

Key Features

• Threaded, press-in suspension ball joint for front lower suspension service
• Steel construction with a grey finish
• Dust boot included with rubber boot material
• Greaseable design with grease fitting not included
• Castle nut, mounting hardware, and cotter pin hole included
• Tapered stud design with 12 mm wrench size
• Standard replacement suspension grade

Detailed Description

This Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 533-295, is made for front lower suspension locations on 1984-1988 Nissan 200SX, 1981-1984 Nissan Maxima, and 1981 Nissan 810. The steel body, threaded design, and press-in mounting style support a direct-service replacement for worn OE ball joints on these Nissan chassis. The included dust boot helps protect the joint, while the greaseable construction supports routine lubrication during service. This part cross-references Delphi TC5040 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Front suspension looseness or play
• Clunking or popping noises from the lower control arm area
• Uneven tire wear caused by worn ball joint movement
• Steering wander or imprecise front-end response
• Inspection failure related to excessive suspension joint wear

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle application before installation. This part uses a press-in mounting type and a threaded ball joint design, so proper suspension service tools are recommended. Confirm the tapered stud, castle nut, and cotter pin hole alignment during assembly, and follow the vehicle service procedure for torque and final inspection. For Nissan 200SX, Maxima, and 810 front lower service, compare the removed part to Dorman 533-295 before pressing it into place.

Quality Assurance

Dorman states this ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide reliable OE-style replacement performance on the specified vehicles. The part number 533-295 is built for consistent fit and function in the listed Nissan front lower applications.