Dorman 540-064 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower

Dorman 540-064 Front Lower Ball Joint

Dorman 540-064 is a threaded, bolt-in suspension ball joint built for front lower applications on select Buick, Chevrolet, GMC, and Saturn vehicles. It is precision-engineered and tested as a direct replacement for the original equipment part on the listed applications, including Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, GMC Acadia, GMC Acadia Limited, and Saturn Outlook.

Key Features

• Front lower suspension ball joint for select GM crossover applications
• Threaded, bolt-in mounting type with 3 mounting holes
• Steel construction with gray finish
• Dust boot included; dust boot material is polychloroprene
• Premium suspension grade type
• Mounting hardware included
• 12 mm wrench size
• Tapered stud design with 35.5 mm stud thread length

Detailed Description

This Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 540-064, is built for front lower suspension service where OE-style fit and dependable articulation are required. It uses a steel body, threaded design, and bolt-in mounting layout to match the listed vehicle applications. The dust boot is included to help protect the joint from road contamination, and the premium suspension grade construction supports consistent replacement performance on vehicles such as the 2008-2017 Buick Enclave, 2009-2017 Chevrolet Traverse, and 2007-2016 GMC Acadia. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K500088 for the same application.

What It Is Used For

• Replacing a worn front lower ball joint on a Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, GMC Acadia, GMC Acadia Limited, or Saturn Outlook
• Restoring steering response affected by joint looseness
• Addressing front suspension clunking or popping from ball joint wear
• Correcting uneven tire wear caused by excessive suspension play
• Repairing front-end instability during braking or cornering

Installation Notes and Tips

Fits 2008-2017 Buick Enclave, front lower. Fits 2009-2017 Chevrolet Traverse, front lower. Fits 2017 GMC Acadia Limited, front lower. Fits 2007-2016 GMC Acadia, front lower. Fits 2007-2010 Saturn Outlook, front lower. Verify the mounting style, stud taper, and front lower position before installation. Because this is a bolt-in, threaded ball joint, follow the vehicle service procedure for torque specifications and suspension alignment checks after repair.

Quality Assurance

Dorman engineers and tests this replacement ball joint for reliable OE-style service on the listed applications. Part number 540-064 is built to meet the demands of front suspension repair on compatible Buick, Chevrolet, GMC, and Saturn models.