Dorman 538-796 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower
Dorman 538-796 Suspension Ball Joint
Dorman 538-796 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a standard replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles. It is precision-engineered and tested for dependable suspension service, with a steel body, rubber dust boot, and a pinch-style stud design.
Use this OE-style suspension ball joint when servicing front-end wear on applications such as Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla platforms where a threaded, press-in ball joint is specified. The Dorman 538-796 part number is also referenced by interchange numbers 1019001, 6001547520, and Ulo 1019003 for the same application.
Key Features
- Part number 538-796 suspension ball joint from Dorman
- Standard replacement design for OE-style suspension service
- Steel construction with grey finish
- Threaded type with press-in mounting
- Pinch-style stud and 12 mm wrench size
- Rubber dust boot included
- Non-greaseable design with no grease fitting
- No castle nut, cotter pin, bushings, washers, or mounting hardware included
Detailed Description
This suspension ball joint is engineered for direct replacement use where the original joint has worn, loosened, or developed excess play. The steel housing and rubber dust boot support durable service in the suspension system, while the threaded, press-in configuration helps match OE-style mounting requirements. Dorman 538-796 is a practical choice for front suspension repair on vehicles that call for this specific ball joint design, including Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla applications listed by the vehicle catalog.
The assembly is non-adjustable and non-greaseable, with no cotter pin hole and no mounting plate. Its compact dimensions and pinch-style stud help it align with the original suspension geometry when installed on the correct application. For buyers searching for a threaded press-in suspension ball joint for Honda Civic or Toyota Corolla repair, part number 538-796 provides a focused OE replacement option.
What It Helps Repair
- Front suspension looseness or clunking from a worn ball joint
- Steering wander caused by excess joint play
- Uneven tire wear related to suspension joint wear
- Noisy suspension movement over bumps and turns
- Restoration of proper suspension articulation on the specified vehicle application
Installation Notes and Tips
Confirm the vehicle’s original mounting style, stud type, and dimensions before installation. This part uses a press-in mounting type with a threaded body and pinch-style stud, so the correct service procedure and tools are required. Because no mounting hardware, castle nut, or cotter pin is included, reuse or replacement of related components must be verified separately during the repair.
Always inspect the surrounding control arm, steering knuckle, and related suspension components for wear before installing Dorman 538-796. Proper alignment should be checked after suspension work is completed.
Quality Assurance
Dorman states that this ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide reliable OE replacement performance on specific vehicles. The part is built to standard suspension grade specifications for consistent fit and function.
Dorman 538-796 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower
Dorman 538-796 Suspension Ball Joint
Dorman 538-796 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a standard replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles. It is precision-engineered and tested for dependable suspension service, with a steel body, rubber dust boot, and a pinch-style stud design.
Use this OE-style suspension ball joint when servicing front-end wear on applications such as Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla platforms where a threaded, press-in ball joint is specified. The Dorman 538-796 part number is also referenced by interchange numbers 1019001, 6001547520, and Ulo 1019003 for the same application.
Key Features
- Part number 538-796 suspension ball joint from Dorman
- Standard replacement design for OE-style suspension service
- Steel construction with grey finish
- Threaded type with press-in mounting
- Pinch-style stud and 12 mm wrench size
- Rubber dust boot included
- Non-greaseable design with no grease fitting
- No castle nut, cotter pin, bushings, washers, or mounting hardware included
Detailed Description
This suspension ball joint is engineered for direct replacement use where the original joint has worn, loosened, or developed excess play. The steel housing and rubber dust boot support durable service in the suspension system, while the threaded, press-in configuration helps match OE-style mounting requirements. Dorman 538-796 is a practical choice for front suspension repair on vehicles that call for this specific ball joint design, including Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla applications listed by the vehicle catalog.
The assembly is non-adjustable and non-greaseable, with no cotter pin hole and no mounting plate. Its compact dimensions and pinch-style stud help it align with the original suspension geometry when installed on the correct application. For buyers searching for a threaded press-in suspension ball joint for Honda Civic or Toyota Corolla repair, part number 538-796 provides a focused OE replacement option.
What It Helps Repair
- Front suspension looseness or clunking from a worn ball joint
- Steering wander caused by excess joint play
- Uneven tire wear related to suspension joint wear
- Noisy suspension movement over bumps and turns
- Restoration of proper suspension articulation on the specified vehicle application
Installation Notes and Tips
Confirm the vehicle’s original mounting style, stud type, and dimensions before installation. This part uses a press-in mounting type with a threaded body and pinch-style stud, so the correct service procedure and tools are required. Because no mounting hardware, castle nut, or cotter pin is included, reuse or replacement of related components must be verified separately during the repair.
Always inspect the surrounding control arm, steering knuckle, and related suspension components for wear before installing Dorman 538-796. Proper alignment should be checked after suspension work is completed.
Quality Assurance
Dorman states that this ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide reliable OE replacement performance on specific vehicles. The part is built to standard suspension grade specifications for consistent fit and function.
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Dorman 538-796 Suspension Ball Joint
Dorman 538-796 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a standard replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles. It is precision-engineered and tested for dependable suspension service, with a steel body, rubber dust boot, and a pinch-style stud design.
Use this OE-style suspension ball joint when servicing front-end wear on applications such as Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla platforms where a threaded, press-in ball joint is specified. The Dorman 538-796 part number is also referenced by interchange numbers 1019001, 6001547520, and Ulo 1019003 for the same application.
Key Features
- Part number 538-796 suspension ball joint from Dorman
- Standard replacement design for OE-style suspension service
- Steel construction with grey finish
- Threaded type with press-in mounting
- Pinch-style stud and 12 mm wrench size
- Rubber dust boot included
- Non-greaseable design with no grease fitting
- No castle nut, cotter pin, bushings, washers, or mounting hardware included
Detailed Description
This suspension ball joint is engineered for direct replacement use where the original joint has worn, loosened, or developed excess play. The steel housing and rubber dust boot support durable service in the suspension system, while the threaded, press-in configuration helps match OE-style mounting requirements. Dorman 538-796 is a practical choice for front suspension repair on vehicles that call for this specific ball joint design, including Honda Civic and Toyota Corolla applications listed by the vehicle catalog.
The assembly is non-adjustable and non-greaseable, with no cotter pin hole and no mounting plate. Its compact dimensions and pinch-style stud help it align with the original suspension geometry when installed on the correct application. For buyers searching for a threaded press-in suspension ball joint for Honda Civic or Toyota Corolla repair, part number 538-796 provides a focused OE replacement option.
What It Helps Repair
- Front suspension looseness or clunking from a worn ball joint
- Steering wander caused by excess joint play
- Uneven tire wear related to suspension joint wear
- Noisy suspension movement over bumps and turns
- Restoration of proper suspension articulation on the specified vehicle application
Installation Notes and Tips
Confirm the vehicle’s original mounting style, stud type, and dimensions before installation. This part uses a press-in mounting type with a threaded body and pinch-style stud, so the correct service procedure and tools are required. Because no mounting hardware, castle nut, or cotter pin is included, reuse or replacement of related components must be verified separately during the repair.
Always inspect the surrounding control arm, steering knuckle, and related suspension components for wear before installing Dorman 538-796. Proper alignment should be checked after suspension work is completed.
Quality Assurance
Dorman states that this ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide reliable OE replacement performance on specific vehicles. The part is built to standard suspension grade specifications for consistent fit and function.
