Dorman 539-873 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper
Dorman 539-873 Front Upper Ball Joint
Dorman 539-873 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a direct replacement for the original equipment on select Nissan applications. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable front suspension service on Frontier, Pickup, and Xterra models with front upper fitment.
Key Features
- Threaded suspension ball joint for front upper installation
- Steel construction with grey finish
- Dust boot included to help protect the joint
- Castle nut included
- Press-in mounting type with tapered stud
- Mounting hardware included
- Premium suspension grade type
- Grease fitting not included; greaseable design not specified
- Cotter pin hole included
Detailed Description
This Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 539-873, is made for front upper suspension service on 1998-2004 Nissan Frontier, 2000-2004 Nissan Xterra, and 2009-2010 Nissan Pickup. It uses a steel body, a polychloroprene dust boot, and a tapered stud with a 12 mm wrench size. The threaded design and press-in mounting style support OE-style replacement where the original front upper ball joint has worn or loosened. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K90663 for the same application.
Common Problems It Can Help Address
- Front-end clunking or popping over bumps
- Excessive play in the front upper suspension
- Uneven tire wear caused by worn ball joint movement
- Loose or imprecise steering feel
- Inspection failure from worn suspension components
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify vehicle year, model, and front upper position before ordering. This part is listed for 1998-2004 Nissan Frontier, 2000-2004 Nissan Xterra, and 2009-2010 Nissan Pickup. Because it is a press-in style ball joint, proper suspension service tools are recommended for removal and installation. Confirm the tapered stud, cotter pin hole, and castle nut alignment during assembly, and inspect related control arm and steering components at the same time.
Quality Assurance
Dorman states this ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide a reliable OE replacement for specific vehicles. The part number is 539-873.
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$18.60Dorman 539-873 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Upper
Dorman 539-873 Front Upper Ball Joint
Dorman 539-873 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a direct replacement for the original equipment on select Nissan applications. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable front suspension service on Frontier, Pickup, and Xterra models with front upper fitment.
Key Features
- Threaded suspension ball joint for front upper installation
- Steel construction with grey finish
- Dust boot included to help protect the joint
- Castle nut included
- Press-in mounting type with tapered stud
- Mounting hardware included
- Premium suspension grade type
- Grease fitting not included; greaseable design not specified
- Cotter pin hole included
Detailed Description
This Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 539-873, is made for front upper suspension service on 1998-2004 Nissan Frontier, 2000-2004 Nissan Xterra, and 2009-2010 Nissan Pickup. It uses a steel body, a polychloroprene dust boot, and a tapered stud with a 12 mm wrench size. The threaded design and press-in mounting style support OE-style replacement where the original front upper ball joint has worn or loosened. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K90663 for the same application.
Common Problems It Can Help Address
- Front-end clunking or popping over bumps
- Excessive play in the front upper suspension
- Uneven tire wear caused by worn ball joint movement
- Loose or imprecise steering feel
- Inspection failure from worn suspension components
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify vehicle year, model, and front upper position before ordering. This part is listed for 1998-2004 Nissan Frontier, 2000-2004 Nissan Xterra, and 2009-2010 Nissan Pickup. Because it is a press-in style ball joint, proper suspension service tools are recommended for removal and installation. Confirm the tapered stud, cotter pin hole, and castle nut alignment during assembly, and inspect related control arm and steering components at the same time.
Quality Assurance
Dorman states this ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide a reliable OE replacement for specific vehicles. The part number is 539-873.
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Dorman 539-873 Front Upper Ball Joint
Dorman 539-873 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a direct replacement for the original equipment on select Nissan applications. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable front suspension service on Frontier, Pickup, and Xterra models with front upper fitment.
Key Features
- Threaded suspension ball joint for front upper installation
- Steel construction with grey finish
- Dust boot included to help protect the joint
- Castle nut included
- Press-in mounting type with tapered stud
- Mounting hardware included
- Premium suspension grade type
- Grease fitting not included; greaseable design not specified
- Cotter pin hole included
Detailed Description
This Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 539-873, is made for front upper suspension service on 1998-2004 Nissan Frontier, 2000-2004 Nissan Xterra, and 2009-2010 Nissan Pickup. It uses a steel body, a polychloroprene dust boot, and a tapered stud with a 12 mm wrench size. The threaded design and press-in mounting style support OE-style replacement where the original front upper ball joint has worn or loosened. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K90663 for the same application.
Common Problems It Can Help Address
- Front-end clunking or popping over bumps
- Excessive play in the front upper suspension
- Uneven tire wear caused by worn ball joint movement
- Loose or imprecise steering feel
- Inspection failure from worn suspension components
Installation Notes and Tips
Verify vehicle year, model, and front upper position before ordering. This part is listed for 1998-2004 Nissan Frontier, 2000-2004 Nissan Xterra, and 2009-2010 Nissan Pickup. Because it is a press-in style ball joint, proper suspension service tools are recommended for removal and installation. Confirm the tapered stud, cotter pin hole, and castle nut alignment during assembly, and inspect related control arm and steering components at the same time.
Quality Assurance
Dorman states this ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide a reliable OE replacement for specific vehicles. The part number is 539-873.
