{"product_id":"dorman-533-397-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Dorman 533-397 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 533-397 Front Lower Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 533-397 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a standard replacement for the original equipment on select Mercedes-Benz models. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable front suspension service on the front lower position.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded ball joint design for bolt-in style service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber dust boot included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo grease fitting, no greaseable design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo castle nut, cotter pin, bushings, or washers included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 mm wrench size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1996-1999 Mercedes-Benz CL500, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1996-1999 Mercedes-Benz CL600, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1994-1999 Mercedes-Benz S320, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1994-1999 Mercedes-Benz S420, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1994-1999 Mercedes-Benz S500, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1994-1999 Mercedes-Benz S600, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1994-1995 Mercedes-Benz S350, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1995 Mercedes-Benz S600L, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1992-1993 Mercedes-Benz 300SD, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1992-1993 Mercedes-Benz 300SE, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1993 Mercedes-Benz 400SEL, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1993 Mercedes-Benz 500SEC, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1992-1993 Mercedes-Benz 500SEL, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1993 Mercedes-Benz 600SEC, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1992-1993 Mercedes-Benz 600SEL, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1992 Mercedes-Benz 400SE, front lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint is a direct replacement for the front lower suspension on Mercedes-Benz CL500, CL600, S320, S420, S500, S600, S350, S600L, 300SD, 300SE, 400SEL, 500SEC, 500SEL, 600SEC, 600SEL, and 400SE applications listed above. The steel body, threaded stud type, and included dust boot support secure suspension articulation while helping protect the joint from road contamination. Dorman 533-397 is a practical OE-style replacement for restoring steering and suspension geometry on these vehicles. This part cross-references Delphi TC520 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront suspension looseness or play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from the lower control arm area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to worn suspension joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering wander or imprecise front-end response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement of a worn front lower Mercedes-Benz ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eConfirm the front lower position and match the threaded, bolt-in style before installation. Inspect the surrounding control arm, fasteners, and mounting points for wear or damage, and verify proper torque during assembly. Because this design does not use a grease fitting, routine lubrication is not required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman designs this suspension ball joint as a standard replacement part and subjects it to engineering and testing checks to support dependable service on the specified Mercedes-Benz applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52761353617589,"sku":"BKKY-533-397","price":37.82,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_533397_Fro.jpg?v=1783058896","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-533-397-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}