Dorman - OE Solutions Suspension Ball Joint P/N:540-047

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$94.99
MPN: 540-047
UPC: 194883755789
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Dorman - OE Solutions Suspension Ball Joint P/N:540-047
Dorman - OE Solutions Suspension Ball Joint P/N:540-047
$94.99

Keep the steering tight and the front suspension pivoting smoothly with the Dorman - OE Solutions Suspension Ball Joint 540-047, a direct-fit front left upper ball joint for the 1965-1976 Cadillac Calais, 1961-1976 Cadillac DeVille, and 1965-1976 Cadillac Fleetwood (see the Buyer's Guide tab for engine-level details). This joint locates the front left upper control arm to the steering knuckle, allowing the suspension to move and steer while helping support the front of the vehicle.

  • Direct replacement: engineered to drop in like the original equipment on the listed applications.
  • Reliable fit: built to the design and dimensions of the components it replaces.
  • Durable construction: made of steel and rubber to strict quality standards.
  • Rigorously tested: quality-control checks help support long service life.

Signs a front upper ball joint may need replacing include clunking over the front end during turns or braking, loose or wandering steering, and uneven front tire wear. Diagnose the cause before replacing, since these signs can have other sources.

Interchange: 3633550 · K5202 · MS50549

This part cross-references / interchanges with the following part numbers:

3633550, K5202, MS50549

Frequently Asked Questions

What position is this ball joint?

It is the front left upper suspension ball joint, connecting the front left upper control arm to the steering knuckle.

Which vehicles does the 540-047 fit?

It fits the 1965-1976 Cadillac Calais, 1961-1976 Cadillac DeVille, and 1965-1976 Cadillac Fleetwood. See the Buyer's Guide tab for engine-level details.

What does this ball joint do?

It locates the upper control arm to the steering knuckle, letting the suspension move and steer while helping support the front of the vehicle.

What is it made of?

It is made of steel and rubber, manufactured to strict quality standards.

What are the signs a ball joint may need replacing?

Clunking during turns or braking, loose or wandering steering, and uneven front tire wear. Have the cause diagnosed, as these signs can have other sources.