Delphi Suspension Ball Joint P/N:TC1621
Keep the front end tight and predictable with the Delphi ball joint TC6498, a front lower suspension ball joint that installs as a direct-fit replacement for the 1969-1978 Cadillac Eldorado and 1969-1978 Oldsmobile Toronado. It pivots between the lower control arm and steering knuckle, helping support and locate the suspension while letting the wheel steer and travel over the road.
Delphi applies its OE steering and suspension expertise to the aftermarket: parts are tested to withstand temperatures below -40°C and over 120°C and endure 720 hours of salt spray, with extensive dimensional and material analysis for close compatibility with the original. If a worn ball joint is behind clunking over the road, loose or wandering steering, or uneven tire wear, this joint replaces it. Ball joints wear as a pair, so inspect the opposite side at the same time.
Interchange: 12308802 · 231144 · K5221 · MK5221
This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:
What vehicles does the Delphi TC6498 ball joint fit?
It's a direct-fit replacement for the 1969-1978 Cadillac Eldorado and 1969-1978 Oldsmobile Toronado. Check the Buyer's Guide tab to confirm the fit for your vehicle.
Where is this ball joint located on the vehicle?
The TC6498 is a front lower ball joint. It pivots between the lower control arm and the steering knuckle.
What are the signs of a worn ball joint?
Common signs include clunking noises over bumps, loose or wandering steering, and uneven tire wear. Have the cause diagnosed, since these symptoms can have other sources.
What interchange numbers does the TC6498 replace?
It cross-references 12308802, 231144, K5221, and MK5221. Match your original part number to confirm before ordering.
What is the ball joint's boot made of?
It uses a chloroprene rubber boot, which improves durability and helps prevent premature failure by sealing out contaminants.
WARNING: These products can expose you to chemicals including lead and phthalates, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.