{"product_id":"dorman-539-955-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","title":"Dorman 539-955 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 539-955 Front Upper Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 539-955 is a threaded suspension ball joint engineered as a direct replacement for the original equipment on select Dodge Dakota and Dodge Durango applications. It is built with a steel body, premium suspension-grade construction, and a dust boot to support dependable front suspension service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrecision-engineered replacement suspension ball joint for OE-style fitment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2000-2004 Dodge Dakota, front upper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2000-2003 Dodge Durango, front upper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded, bolt-in mounting design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included with polychloroprene material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCastle nut included; cotter pin hole provided\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium suspension grade type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWrench size: 12 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 539-955, is designed for front upper suspension service on specific Dodge Dakota and Dodge Durango models. The threaded, bolt-in design uses a tapered stud and three mounting holes for secure installation, while the steel construction and dust boot help support long-term durability in demanding front-end applications. For shoppers searching for a front upper ball joint for 2000-2004 Dodge Dakota or 2000-2003 Dodge Durango, 539-955 provides a direct replacement option built around OE-style dimensions and hardware interfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K7392 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront suspension looseness or play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or popping noises from the upper control arm area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to worn front suspension joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering wander or reduced front-end stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVisible wear in the upper ball joint dust boot or joint housing\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 alignment of the tapered stud and correct torque on the castle nut and mounting fasteners. Because this part includes a cotter pin hole but no cotter pin, confirm the vehicle-specific service procedure and inspect related suspension components such as the control arm, bushings, and hardware condition during replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman states that this suspension ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide reliable replacement performance on the specified vehicles. The part number is 539-955.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763274772661,"sku":"BKKY-539-955","price":52.68,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_539955_Bac.jpg?v=1783146634","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-539-955-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}