Dorman 539-924 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower

Dorman 539-924 Front Lower Ball Joint

Dorman 539-924 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a standard replacement for the original equipment design on select vehicles. It is engineered and tested for dependable front suspension service on 2009-2013 Toyota Matrix and 2009-2010 Pontiac Vibe front lower applications.

Key Features

• Threaded, bolt-in suspension ball joint for front lower mounting
• Steel construction with a gray finish
• Dust boot included with rubber boot material
• Castle nut included and cotter pin hole provided
• Mounting hardware included
• Standard replacement suspension grade
• Wrench size: 12 mm
• Compatible with Toyota Matrix and Pontiac Vibe front lower suspension service

Detailed Description

This Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 539-924, is designed for direct replacement use on the front lower suspension of the Toyota Matrix and Pontiac Vibe. The threaded, bolt-in design supports OE-style service on the specified applications, while the tapered stud, dust boot, and included castle nut help match the original mounting setup. For shoppers searching for a front lower ball joint for 2009-2013 Toyota Matrix or 2009-2010 Pontiac Vibe, Dorman 539-924 provides a focused replacement option built around the listed vehicle fitment.

This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K500174 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Front suspension looseness or play at the ball joint
• Clunking or knocking from the lower front suspension
• Uneven tire wear related to worn steering and suspension joints
• Restoring proper front wheel articulation on Matrix and Vibe applications
• Replacing a worn OE-style front lower ball joint with a threaded design

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle application before installation: Fits 2009-2013 Toyota Matrix, front lower, and Fits 2009-2010 Pontiac Vibe, front lower. Confirm the 12 mm wrench size, threaded mounting style, and tapered stud orientation during service. Inspect the surrounding control arm and fasteners for wear before installing the new ball joint, and follow the vehicle service procedure for torque and alignment checks after replacement.

Quality Assurance

Dorman states this suspension ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide reliable replacement performance for the original equipment on specific vehicles. Part number 539-924 is built as a standard replacement suspension component for the listed fitments.