{"product_id":"dorman-540-059-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","title":"Dorman 540-059 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 540-059 Front Upper Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 540-059 is a threaded, press-in suspension ball joint built for front upper service on select Chevrolet Corvette and Cadillac XLR applications. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable OE-style replacement where the original joint has worn, loosened, or developed play.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront upper suspension ball joint for select 1997-2013 Chevrolet Corvette and 2004-2009 Cadillac XLR models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded design with press-in mounting type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included for joint protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium suspension grade type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 mm wrench size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross-references MOOG Chassis Products K500134 and Delphi TC5405 for the same application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 540-059, is made for front upper suspension service on the Chevrolet Corvette and Cadillac XLR. The steel body, tapered stud, and included dust boot support proper suspension articulation while helping protect the joint from road contamination. With a threaded, press-in configuration, this component is built to match the original equipment layout on the listed vehicles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse Dorman 540-059 when servicing a worn front upper ball joint on a 1997-2013 Chevrolet Corvette or a 2004-2009 Cadillac XLR. The part number 540-059 is also a direct reference point for shoppers comparing OE-style replacement options across common aftermarket catalogs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end clunking or popping from a worn upper ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcessive suspension looseness or play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear caused by joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering wander or reduced front-end stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspection failures related to suspension joint condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eVerify vehicle application before installation. This ball joint uses a press-in mounting style and a threaded stud with a tapered design, so proper suspension service tools are required for removal and installation. Confirm the front upper position and match the original joint dimensions and hardware layout before assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman engineers this replacement ball joint to meet the needs of specific OE applications and subjects it to testing for fit and function on the listed vehicles. For buyers searching Chevrolet Corvette front upper ball joint or Cadillac XLR front upper ball joint replacement, Dorman 540-059 provides a direct service part reference.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763279950005,"sku":"BKKY-540-059","price":54.3,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_540059_Bac.jpg?v=1783147246","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-540-059-suspension-ball-joint-front-upper","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}