Dorman 539-806 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Right Lower

Dorman 539-806 Front Right Lower Ball Joint

Dorman 539-806 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a standard replacement for the original equipment design on select Hyundai and Kia vehicles. It is precision-engineered and tested for dependable front suspension service on applications such as the Hyundai Elantra, Elantra GT, Kona, and Kia Forte/Forte5.

Key Features

• Standard replacement suspension ball joint for OE-style service
• Threaded design with bolt-in mounting type
• Steel construction with grey finish
• Rubber dust boot included
• Tapered stud design with 12 mm wrench size
• No grease fitting, greaseable design, or grease fitting service point
• No castle nut, cotter pin, bushings, washers, or mounting hardware included

Detailed Description

This Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 539-806, is engineered for the front right lower position on select compact Hyundai and Kia platforms. It uses a steel body, threaded interface, and bolt-in mounting layout to match the OE service configuration. The included rubber dust boot helps protect the joint from road contamination, while the tapered stud and standard replacement grade support direct-fit suspension repair on vehicles such as the 2017-2020 Hyundai Elantra and 2019-2024 Kia Forte.

This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K500386 for the same application.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 2019-2024 Kia Forte, front right lower
• Fits 2020-2024 Kia Forte5, front right lower
• Fits 2018-2023 Hyundai Kona, front right lower
• Fits 2017-2020 Hyundai Elantra, front right lower
• Fits 2018-2020 Hyundai Elantra GT, front right lower

Common Repair Uses

• Front suspension looseness or play at the lower ball joint
• Clunking or popping noises from the front right suspension
• Uneven tire wear related to worn steering and suspension geometry
• Restoring stable wheel control after ball joint wear
• Repairing a damaged or corroded OE-style lower joint assembly

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the front right lower position before installation and compare the threaded, bolt-in layout to the removed part. Inspect the control arm, knuckle interface, and surrounding hardware for wear or damage before assembly. Because no mounting hardware, castle nut, cotter pin, or grease fitting is included, reuse or source the required service components as needed for the vehicle.

Quality Assurance

Dorman designs this ball joint as a precision-engineered replacement and subjects it to testing for reliable OE-style service on the listed Hyundai and Kia applications. Part number 539-806 is built to meet standard suspension replacement needs for the specified fitment range.