{"product_id":"dorman-539-873-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","title":"Dorman 539-873 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 539-873 Front Upper Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 539-873 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a direct replacement for the original equipment on select Nissan applications. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable front suspension service on Frontier, Pickup, and Xterra models with front upper fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded suspension ball joint for front upper installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included to help protect the joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCastle nut included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePress-in mounting type with tapered stud\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium suspension grade type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrease fitting not included; greaseable design not specified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCotter pin hole included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 539-873, is made for front upper suspension service on 1998-2004 Nissan Frontier, 2000-2004 Nissan Xterra, and 2009-2010 Nissan Pickup. It uses a steel body, a polychloroprene dust boot, and a tapered stud with a 12 mm wrench size. The threaded design and press-in mounting style support OE-style replacement where the original front upper ball joint has worn or loosened. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K90663 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Problems It Can Help Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end clunking or popping over bumps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive play in the front upper suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear caused by worn ball joint movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoose or imprecise steering feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspection failure from worn suspension components\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 ordering. This part is listed for 1998-2004 Nissan Frontier, 2000-2004 Nissan Xterra, and 2009-2010 Nissan Pickup. Because it is a press-in style ball joint, proper suspension service tools are recommended for removal and installation. Confirm the tapered stud, cotter pin hole, and castle nut alignment during assembly, and inspect related control arm and steering components at the same time.\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 replacement for specific vehicles. The part number is 539-873.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763270643893,"sku":"BKKY-539-873","price":53.14,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_539873_Bac.jpg?v=1783146144","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-539-873-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}