
Dorman 533-272 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower
Dorman 533-272 Front Lower Ball Joint
Dorman 533-272 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a direct replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles. It is engineered and tested for reliable service on the front lower suspension of the 2003-2006 Kia Sorento.
- Fits 2003-2006 Kia Sorento, front lower
- Threaded, bolt-in suspension ball joint design
- Metal construction with a grey finish
- Dust boot included with rubber boot material
- Castle nut, cotter pin hole, and mounting hardware included
- Standard suspension grade replacement
- Tapered stud with 12 mm wrench size
- Grease fitting not included; non-greaseable design
Detailed Replacement Overview
This Dorman suspension ball joint is made for the front lower position on the Kia Sorento and follows OE-style dimensions for a proper service replacement. The Dorman 533-272 uses a threaded mounting type, a tapered stud, and a dust boot to help restore steering and suspension connection at the control arm. For shoppers searching for a 2003 Kia Sorento front lower ball joint, 2004-2006 Kia Sorento suspension ball joint, or Dorman 533-272 replacement, this part matches the confirmed application.
This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K500032 for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Front-end looseness or play from a worn lower ball joint
- Clunking or knocking noises from the front suspension
- Uneven tire wear related to suspension joint wear
- Steering wander or reduced directional stability
- Inspection failure caused by excessive ball joint movement
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle is a 2003-2006 Kia Sorento with the front lower application before installation. The Dorman 533-272 uses a bolt-in, threaded design with a tapered stud and cotter pin hole, so proper torque and fastener alignment are important during service. Inspect the surrounding control arm and mounting points for wear before installing the new joint.
Quality Assurance
Dorman states this suspension ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to serve as a reliable OE replacement on the listed vehicles. The part number 533-272 is built to standard suspension grade specifications for the confirmed Kia Sorento fitment.
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$13.81Dorman 533-272 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower
Dorman 533-272 Front Lower Ball Joint
Dorman 533-272 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a direct replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles. It is engineered and tested for reliable service on the front lower suspension of the 2003-2006 Kia Sorento.
- Fits 2003-2006 Kia Sorento, front lower
- Threaded, bolt-in suspension ball joint design
- Metal construction with a grey finish
- Dust boot included with rubber boot material
- Castle nut, cotter pin hole, and mounting hardware included
- Standard suspension grade replacement
- Tapered stud with 12 mm wrench size
- Grease fitting not included; non-greaseable design
Detailed Replacement Overview
This Dorman suspension ball joint is made for the front lower position on the Kia Sorento and follows OE-style dimensions for a proper service replacement. The Dorman 533-272 uses a threaded mounting type, a tapered stud, and a dust boot to help restore steering and suspension connection at the control arm. For shoppers searching for a 2003 Kia Sorento front lower ball joint, 2004-2006 Kia Sorento suspension ball joint, or Dorman 533-272 replacement, this part matches the confirmed application.
This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K500032 for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Front-end looseness or play from a worn lower ball joint
- Clunking or knocking noises from the front suspension
- Uneven tire wear related to suspension joint wear
- Steering wander or reduced directional stability
- Inspection failure caused by excessive ball joint movement
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle is a 2003-2006 Kia Sorento with the front lower application before installation. The Dorman 533-272 uses a bolt-in, threaded design with a tapered stud and cotter pin hole, so proper torque and fastener alignment are important during service. Inspect the surrounding control arm and mounting points for wear before installing the new joint.
Quality Assurance
Dorman states this suspension ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to serve as a reliable OE replacement on the listed vehicles. The part number 533-272 is built to standard suspension grade specifications for the confirmed Kia Sorento fitment.
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Dorman 533-272 Front Lower Ball Joint
Dorman 533-272 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a direct replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles. It is engineered and tested for reliable service on the front lower suspension of the 2003-2006 Kia Sorento.
- Fits 2003-2006 Kia Sorento, front lower
- Threaded, bolt-in suspension ball joint design
- Metal construction with a grey finish
- Dust boot included with rubber boot material
- Castle nut, cotter pin hole, and mounting hardware included
- Standard suspension grade replacement
- Tapered stud with 12 mm wrench size
- Grease fitting not included; non-greaseable design
Detailed Replacement Overview
This Dorman suspension ball joint is made for the front lower position on the Kia Sorento and follows OE-style dimensions for a proper service replacement. The Dorman 533-272 uses a threaded mounting type, a tapered stud, and a dust boot to help restore steering and suspension connection at the control arm. For shoppers searching for a 2003 Kia Sorento front lower ball joint, 2004-2006 Kia Sorento suspension ball joint, or Dorman 533-272 replacement, this part matches the confirmed application.
This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K500032 for the same application.
What It Helps Address
- Front-end looseness or play from a worn lower ball joint
- Clunking or knocking noises from the front suspension
- Uneven tire wear related to suspension joint wear
- Steering wander or reduced directional stability
- Inspection failure caused by excessive ball joint movement
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify the vehicle is a 2003-2006 Kia Sorento with the front lower application before installation. The Dorman 533-272 uses a bolt-in, threaded design with a tapered stud and cotter pin hole, so proper torque and fastener alignment are important during service. Inspect the surrounding control arm and mounting points for wear before installing the new joint.
Quality Assurance
Dorman states this suspension ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to serve as a reliable OE replacement on the listed vehicles. The part number 533-272 is built to standard suspension grade specifications for the confirmed Kia Sorento fitment.












