{"product_id":"dorman-539-798-suspension-ball-joint-front-right-lower","title":"Dorman 539-798 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Right Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 539-798 Front Right Lower Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 539-798 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a direct replacement for the original equipment design on select Hyundai and Kia vehicles. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable fitment on the front right lower suspension position.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded, bolt-in style suspension ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with gray finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included; grease fitting not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable design for OE-style service fitment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium suspension grade type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 mm wrench size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePinch-style stud design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2017-2022 Kia Sportage, front right lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2016-2021 Hyundai Tucson, front right lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2016-2020 Kia Optima, front right lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2015 Hyundai Sonata, front right lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman 539-798 suspension ball joint is designed for the front right lower position on the Hyundai Tucson, Kia Sportage, Kia Optima, and Hyundai Sonata applications listed above. The steel body, threaded mounting type, and included dust boot support a service replacement that matches the OE-style suspension layout. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K500363 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse Dorman 539-798 when replacing a worn front right lower ball joint on 2017-2022 Kia Sportage, 2016-2021 Hyundai Tucson, 2016-2020 Kia Optima, or 2015 Hyundai Sonata. The part number 539-798 is also a useful reference when verifying suspension service parts for these vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Symptoms\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end clunking or popping over bumps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive play in the lower suspension joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear tied to suspension looseness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering wander or reduced directional stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspection failure from worn ball joint movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eConfirm the front right lower position before installation and verify the stud type, mounting hole layout, and wrench size against the original part. Because this is a threaded, bolt-in style component, proper torque and alignment checks are important after installation. Inspect the surrounding control arm and related suspension hardware for wear before completing the repair.\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 OE-style replacement for specific vehicles. The 539-798 is built to meet the demands of suspension service on Hyundai and Kia applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763267039413,"sku":"BKKY-539-798","price":48.47,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_539798_Fro.jpg?v=1783145719","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-539-798-suspension-ball-joint-front-right-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}