Dorman 533-350 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower

Front Lower Ball Joint for Nissan and INFINITI

Dorman 533-350 is a threaded suspension ball joint engineered as a standard replacement for the original equipment on select Nissan and INFINITI vehicles. It is built from steel with a grey finish, a tapered stud, and a dust boot to support front suspension service on applications such as the Nissan Altima, Nissan Sentra, Nissan Pulsar NX, and INFINITI G20.

This Dorman 533-350 ball joint is a direct-fit suspension component for front lower positions on 1986-1997 import platforms. It is designed for press-in mounting and includes a castle nut, cotter pin hole, and mounting hardware. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K9633 for the same application.

Key Features

• Brand: Dorman
• Part number: 533-350
• Suspension ball joint for front lower applications
• Steel construction with grey finish
• Threaded design with tapered stud
• Dust boot included
• Castle nut included
• Cotter pin hole included
• Press-in mounting type
• Standard replacement grade

Detailed Product Overview

Dorman 533-350 is precision-engineered and tested to replace the original front lower ball joint on specific Nissan and INFINITI models. The steel body, polychloroprene dust boot, and tapered stud are specified for suspension service where steering articulation and wheel control are critical. With a threaded design and press-in mounting style, this ball joint is built for applications that require OE-style fitment and geometry.

Compatible With 1993-1997 Nissan Altima, front lower; 1991-1996 INFINITI G20, front lower; 1987-1990 Nissan Pulsar NX, front lower; 1987-1990 Nissan Sentra, front lower; and 1986 Nissan Sentra, front lower with VIN starting JN1. The Dorman 533-350 is a practical replacement choice when servicing worn front suspension joints on these vehicles.

Common Problems This Part Can Address

• Front-end looseness or play from a worn lower ball joint
• Clunking or knocking noises from the front suspension
• Uneven tire wear caused by suspension joint wear
• Steering instability or wandering at the front axle
• Inspection failure related to excessive ball joint movement

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify vehicle year, make, model, and front lower position before installation. This part uses press-in mounting, so proper suspension service tools are recommended for removal and installation. Confirm the tapered stud orientation, use the supplied castle nut, and secure the cotter pin hole during assembly. Check alignment after replacement, especially on Nissan Altima, Nissan Sentra, Nissan Pulsar NX, and INFINITI G20 applications.

Quality Assurance

Dorman states that this suspension ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested for reliable OE replacement on the listed vehicles. The part number is 533-350.