{"product_id":"dorman-539-826-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","title":"Dorman 539-826 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 539-826 Front Upper Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 539-826 is a threaded suspension ball joint engineered as a standard replacement for the original equipment part on select Lexus vehicles. It is built from steel with a grey finish and includes a dust boot, greaseable design, and tapered stud for serviceable front upper suspension repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction for suspension service applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded, bolt-in mounting type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable design with grease fitting included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included with polychloroprene boot material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCastle nut included; cotter pin hole provided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement suspension grade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWrench size: 12 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number: 539-826\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFitment and Application\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2016-2020 Lexus IS300, Front Upper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2011-2020 Lexus IS350, Front Upper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2006-2015 Lexus IS250, Front Upper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2007-2011 Lexus GS350, Front Upper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2006 Lexus GS300, Front Upper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint is a direct replacement-style component for front upper suspension service on Lexus IS250, IS350, IS300, GS350, and GS300 applications. The threaded, bolt-in design and tapered stud support secure installation in the front upper position, while the greaseable construction and included dust boot help maintain joint serviceability. Part number 539-826 is also cross-referenced to MOOG Chassis Products K500114 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end looseness or play from a worn upper ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking noises from the suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven steering response caused by joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspection failures related to excessive suspension movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoot damage that can expose the joint to contamination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify vehicle year, model, and front upper position before installation. The threaded, bolt-in design requires proper torque and alignment of the tapered stud and castle nut during assembly. Because this part is greaseable, service the joint after installation according to the vehicle maintenance schedule. Confirm clearance and hardware fitment against the original component before final tightening.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states this suspension ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide a reliable replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles. Part number 539-826 is built for OE-style service on the listed Lexus applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763268382901,"sku":"BKKY-539-826","price":38.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_539826_Fro.jpg?v=1783145888","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-539-826-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}