Dorman 533-348 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper

Dorman 533-348 Front Upper Ball Joint

Dorman 533-348 is a threaded suspension ball joint built for specific Toyota Van applications. It is engineered as a standard replacement for the original equipment part and is designed for the front upper suspension position on 1984-1989 Toyota Van models.

Key Features

• Fits 1984-1989 Toyota Van, front upper
• Threaded, bolt-in mounting type
• Steel construction with grey finish
• Dust boot included with rubber boot material
• Greaseable design with grease fitting provision
• Castle nut included; cotter pin hole provided
• Mounting hardware included
• Standard replacement suspension grade
• Stud type: tapered; wrench size: 12 mm

Detailed Description

This Dorman ball joint is precision-engineered and tested for reliable OE-style replacement on the front upper suspension of the Toyota Van. The threaded design, tapered stud, and bolt-in mounting layout support a direct-service approach for worn upper suspension joints. If you are replacing a front upper ball joint on a 1984 Toyota Van, 1985 Toyota Van, 1986 Toyota Van, 1987 Toyota Van, 1988 Toyota Van, or 1989 Toyota Van, part number 533-348 provides the correct application match.

This part cross-references Delphi TC327 for the same application.

What It Helps Fix

• Excessive front-end looseness or play
• Clunking or knocking from the upper suspension area
• Uneven tire wear related to worn ball joint movement
• Steering instability caused by suspension joint wear
• Inspection failure due to damaged or worn upper ball joint components

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the vehicle is a 1984-1989 Toyota Van with a front upper ball joint application before installation. Inspect the surrounding suspension components, mounting points, and tapered stud interface for wear or damage. Use the correct 12 mm wrench size where applicable, and follow the vehicle service procedure for torque and alignment checks after installation. Because this is a threaded, bolt-in style component, proper seating and fastener engagement are important for correct suspension operation.

Quality Assurance

Dorman states this suspension ball joint is rigorously tested and precision-engineered to replace the original equipment part on specific vehicles. The steel construction, included dust boot, greaseable design, and OE-style fitment support dependable service in the front upper suspension of the Toyota Van.