{"product_id":"dorman-538-389-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Dorman 538-389 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 538-389 Suspension Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 538-389 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a standard replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles. It is engineered and tested for dependable suspension service, with a steel body, rubber dust boot, and bolt-in mounting design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded design with pinch-style stud\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included; rubber boot material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement suspension grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 mm wrench size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo grease fitting, cotter pin, or castle nut included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eOE-Style Replacement Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 538-389, is made for direct replacement service where the original joint has worn, loosened, or developed play. The assembly uses a bolt-in mounting type with three mounting holes, a 35.5 mm stud thread length, and a pinch-style stud design. It also includes a dust boot to help protect the joint from road debris and moisture. This part cross-references Gates 352803 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat This Ball Joint Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end clunking or popping from a worn ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive suspension looseness or steering play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear caused by joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuspension noise over bumps and rough roads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring proper joint articulation in OE-style suspension service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify vehicle application before installation, since fitment is specific and no universal year, make, or model data is listed here. Confirm the threaded design, pinch-style stud, 12 mm wrench size, and bolt-in mounting layout match the original part. Inspect the surrounding suspension components, including control arms and fasteners, before completing the repair. Fits specific vehicle applications where Dorman 538-389 is listed as the correct replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states that this suspension ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide reliable replacement performance for the original equipment on specific vehicles. Part number 538-389 is built as a standard replacement component for suspension service.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763259633845,"sku":"BKKY-538-389","price":28.24,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_538389_Fro.jpg?v=1783144862","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-538-389-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}