{"product_id":"dorman-540-048-suspension-ball-joint-front-right-upper","title":"Dorman 540-048 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Right Upper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 540-048 Suspension Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 540-048 is a bolt-in suspension ball joint for specific Cadillac front suspension applications. It is precision-engineered and tested as a direct replacement for the original equipment part on select Cadillac DeVille and Cadillac Fleetwood models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1961-1976 Cadillac DeVille, front right upper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 1965-1976 Cadillac Fleetwood, front right upper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBolt-in mounting type with tapered stud design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreaseable design with grease fitting included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot, castle nut, cotter pin, and mounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard suspension grade replacement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart number 540-048\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint is built for front right upper suspension service on Cadillac DeVille and Cadillac Fleetwood vehicles from the 1960s and 1970s. The steel body, tapered stud, and bolt-in mounting style support a secure OE-style replacement for worn front suspension joints. The greaseable design and included dust boot help support serviceability and protection in demanding road conditions. This part cross-references Mevotech Supreme MS50547 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCommon Repair Uses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront suspension looseness or play at the upper control arm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or popping noises from the front right suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to worn ball joint movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering instability caused by excessive joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring proper front-end geometry on Cadillac DeVille and Fleetwood models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify the front right upper position before installation and confirm the stud thread length, wrench size, and bolt-in mounting dimensions against the original part. The included castle nut, cotter pin, grease fitting, dust boot, and mounting hardware support a complete service replacement. After installation, inspect alignment and suspension fasteners to confirm proper operation.\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 replacement for the original equipment part on specific vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763279425717,"sku":"BKKY-540-048","price":113.01,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_540048_Fro.jpg?v=1783147190","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-540-048-suspension-ball-joint-front-right-upper","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}