{"product_id":"dorman-539-789-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","title":"Dorman 539-789 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 539-789 Front Upper Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 539-789 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a standard replacement for the original equipment on select Hyundai and Kia applications. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable service on the front upper suspension position.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement suspension ball joint for select vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded design with press-in mounting type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber dust boot included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard suspension grade replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 mm wrench size and tapered stud design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 539-789, is engineered for the front upper suspension location on 2007-2011 Hyundai Azera, 2007-2010 Hyundai Sonata, and 2007-2009 Kia Amanti. It uses a threaded, press-in style design and is built from steel with a rubber dust boot to help protect the joint area from road contamination. The assembly is non-adjustable, non-greaseable, and does not include a castle nut, cotter pin, grease fitting, bushings, or washers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor shoppers searching for a front upper ball joint for Hyundai Azera, Sonata, or Kia Amanti, Dorman 539-789 provides an OE-style replacement path for the listed applications. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K500072 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive play in the front upper suspension joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from the front suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to worn suspension geometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose or imprecise steering feel from a worn ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspection failure caused by suspension joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify vehicle fitment by year, make, model, and front upper position before installation. The press-in, threaded design requires proper suspension service tools and correct torque procedures. Because the stud uses a tapered design and the unit is non-adjustable, alignment should be checked after installation. Confirm the existing suspension configuration matches the listed applications for 2007-2011 Hyundai Azera, 2007-2010 Hyundai Sonata, or 2007-2009 Kia Amanti.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states this ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide a reliable replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles. The part number is 539-789.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763266744501,"sku":"BKKY-539-789","price":35.54,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_539789_Fro.jpg?v=1783145676","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-539-789-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}