Built for smooth performance and extended durability, the Dorman Premium BJ69006XL Ball Joint is an extended-life front upper ball joint. It is the pivot point that lets the suspension travel and the wheels steer. It fits many vehicles, among them the 1998-2004 Nissan Frontier, 2009-2015 Nissan NP300 and 2009-2010 Nissan Pickup, all engines, as a direct-fit replacement for the listed applications. See the "Vehicles it fits" section for the full list.
- Extended-life construction: Designed with features for smooth performance and extended durability for demanding drivers.
- Superior ball stud: A hardened ArmourGrade stud with a highly polished EverSmooth ball.
- Low-friction bearing: An UltraFlow normalized forged housing with I.C.E. synthetic grease and a low-friction polymer bearing. The bearing is maintenance-free, and the joint is not greaseable and has no grease fitting.
- Premium corrosion resistance: A WeatherShield external coating helps the joint resist corrosion.
This premium-grade steel ball joint mounts by pressing in and is not adjustable. It has a tapered, threaded stud with a 14 mm x 1.5 mm thread, a 35.5 mm thread length, a taper of 2 in. per foot and a cotter pin hole. The taper diameters are 27.2 mm and 22 mm, and the maximum outside diameter is 61 mm. A polychloroprene dust boot, a castle nut and a retaining ring are included. Mounting bolts and washers are not included. The color is grey, and the country of origin is China.
Signs a suspension ball joint may need replacing include clunking over bumps, loose or wandering steering, uneven tire wear and play at the joint. If a worn upper joint is the cause, this part replaces it. The listed applications use two. This listing is for one, and replacing both sides together is recommended.
Interchange: 610.42020
61042020 · 45D0120 · K90663 · FA2234 · GK90663 · MK90663 · 401102S485 · 401102S486 · 40110VJ200 · 1016003 · JBJ934
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
45D0120, 610.42020, K90663, FA2234, GK90663, MK90663, 401102S485, 401102S486, 40110VJ200, 1016003, JBJ934
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this the right 1998-2004 Nissan Frontier ball joint?
It is listed as a front upper ball joint for the 1998-2004 Nissan Frontier. The "Vehicles it fits" section shows every listed year and model.
Does it work as a 2009-2015 Nissan NP300 ball joint?
Yes. It is listed as a front upper ball joint for the 2009-2015 Nissan NP300, and the listed applications use two.
What comes in the box?
You get the ball joint with a polychloroprene dust boot, plus a castle nut and a retaining ring. Mounting bolts and washers are not included.
Does this ball joint need to be greased?
No. It is not greaseable and has no grease fitting. It uses a maintenance-free, low-friction polymer bearing with I.C.E. synthetic grease.
How does it install?
It is a press-in ball joint with a tapered, threaded 14 mm x 1.5 mm stud. Follow the vehicle service information for the removal and installation steps and the torque values.
