
Dorman 533-198 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower
Dorman 533-198 Front Lower Ball Joint
Dorman 533-198 is a threaded, press-in suspension ball joint built as a direct replacement for the original equipment design on select Chevrolet, GMC, and Cadillac trucks and SUVs. It is engineered from steel with a dust boot and greaseable service design for front suspension repair on high-mileage applications.
Key Features
- Steel construction with a grey finish
- Threaded ball joint design with press-in mounting type
- Dust boot included for joint protection
- Greaseable service design
- Premium suspension grade type
- Mounting hardware included
- 12 mm wrench size
- Tapered stud design with 35.5 mm stud thread length
Detailed Description
This suspension ball joint is precision-engineered and tested to replace the original front lower joint on specific vehicles. It is a direct-fit option for applications such as the Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Tahoe, Suburban 1500, Avalanche 1500, Express 1500, and GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, Yukon XL 1500, and Savana models, along with Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, and Escalade EXT front lower positions. Part number 533-198 is also cross-referenced to MOOG Chassis Products K6541 for the same application.
Built with a steel body, integrated dust boot, and greaseable design, this ball joint is intended to restore proper steering and suspension articulation where the original joint has worn. The threaded, press-in configuration supports OE-style service on front lower suspension locations across 1999-2014 GM truck and SUV platforms.
What It Helps Repair
- Front-end clunking or popping from a worn lower ball joint
- Excessive suspension play at the front lower control arm
- Uneven tire wear caused by loose steering geometry
- Steering wander or imprecise road feel
- Inspection failure due to ball joint wear or looseness
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle’s front lower suspension configuration before ordering. This part is for press-in, threaded applications and is not adjustable. Use the correct 12 mm wrench size during service, and inspect the control arm, mounting bore, and surrounding hardware for wear before installation. Proper alignment should be checked after suspension work is completed.
Quality Assurance
Dorman designs this replacement ball joint to match original equipment fit and function on the listed applications. The part is manufactured and tested for reliable service in front suspension repair on Chevrolet, GMC, and Cadillac vehicles.
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$18.41Dorman 533-198 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower
Dorman 533-198 Front Lower Ball Joint
Dorman 533-198 is a threaded, press-in suspension ball joint built as a direct replacement for the original equipment design on select Chevrolet, GMC, and Cadillac trucks and SUVs. It is engineered from steel with a dust boot and greaseable service design for front suspension repair on high-mileage applications.
Key Features
- Steel construction with a grey finish
- Threaded ball joint design with press-in mounting type
- Dust boot included for joint protection
- Greaseable service design
- Premium suspension grade type
- Mounting hardware included
- 12 mm wrench size
- Tapered stud design with 35.5 mm stud thread length
Detailed Description
This suspension ball joint is precision-engineered and tested to replace the original front lower joint on specific vehicles. It is a direct-fit option for applications such as the Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Tahoe, Suburban 1500, Avalanche 1500, Express 1500, and GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, Yukon XL 1500, and Savana models, along with Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, and Escalade EXT front lower positions. Part number 533-198 is also cross-referenced to MOOG Chassis Products K6541 for the same application.
Built with a steel body, integrated dust boot, and greaseable design, this ball joint is intended to restore proper steering and suspension articulation where the original joint has worn. The threaded, press-in configuration supports OE-style service on front lower suspension locations across 1999-2014 GM truck and SUV platforms.
What It Helps Repair
- Front-end clunking or popping from a worn lower ball joint
- Excessive suspension play at the front lower control arm
- Uneven tire wear caused by loose steering geometry
- Steering wander or imprecise road feel
- Inspection failure due to ball joint wear or looseness
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle’s front lower suspension configuration before ordering. This part is for press-in, threaded applications and is not adjustable. Use the correct 12 mm wrench size during service, and inspect the control arm, mounting bore, and surrounding hardware for wear before installation. Proper alignment should be checked after suspension work is completed.
Quality Assurance
Dorman designs this replacement ball joint to match original equipment fit and function on the listed applications. The part is manufactured and tested for reliable service in front suspension repair on Chevrolet, GMC, and Cadillac vehicles.
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Dorman 533-198 Front Lower Ball Joint
Dorman 533-198 is a threaded, press-in suspension ball joint built as a direct replacement for the original equipment design on select Chevrolet, GMC, and Cadillac trucks and SUVs. It is engineered from steel with a dust boot and greaseable service design for front suspension repair on high-mileage applications.
Key Features
- Steel construction with a grey finish
- Threaded ball joint design with press-in mounting type
- Dust boot included for joint protection
- Greaseable service design
- Premium suspension grade type
- Mounting hardware included
- 12 mm wrench size
- Tapered stud design with 35.5 mm stud thread length
Detailed Description
This suspension ball joint is precision-engineered and tested to replace the original front lower joint on specific vehicles. It is a direct-fit option for applications such as the Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Tahoe, Suburban 1500, Avalanche 1500, Express 1500, and GMC Sierra 1500, Yukon, Yukon XL 1500, and Savana models, along with Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, and Escalade EXT front lower positions. Part number 533-198 is also cross-referenced to MOOG Chassis Products K6541 for the same application.
Built with a steel body, integrated dust boot, and greaseable design, this ball joint is intended to restore proper steering and suspension articulation where the original joint has worn. The threaded, press-in configuration supports OE-style service on front lower suspension locations across 1999-2014 GM truck and SUV platforms.
What It Helps Repair
- Front-end clunking or popping from a worn lower ball joint
- Excessive suspension play at the front lower control arm
- Uneven tire wear caused by loose steering geometry
- Steering wander or imprecise road feel
- Inspection failure due to ball joint wear or looseness
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle’s front lower suspension configuration before ordering. This part is for press-in, threaded applications and is not adjustable. Use the correct 12 mm wrench size during service, and inspect the control arm, mounting bore, and surrounding hardware for wear before installation. Proper alignment should be checked after suspension work is completed.
Quality Assurance
Dorman designs this replacement ball joint to match original equipment fit and function on the listed applications. The part is manufactured and tested for reliable service in front suspension repair on Chevrolet, GMC, and Cadillac vehicles.












