{"product_id":"dorman-540-065-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Dorman 540-065 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 540-065 Front Lower Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 540-065 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a direct replacement for the original equipment on select Chevrolet, Pontiac, and Saturn vehicles. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable front suspension service on applications with stamped steel arms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded, bolt-in suspension ball joint for front lower applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included; grease fitting not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium suspension grade type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 mm wrench size and pinch-style stud design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCross-references MOOG Chassis Products K80566 and Delphi TC5894 for the same application\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eApplication Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman 540-065 ball joint is used in front lower suspension positions on select vehicles, including 2005-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt, 2008-2010 Chevrolet HHR, 2007-2010 Pontiac G5, 2003-2007 Saturn Ion, 2005-2006 Pontiac G4, and 2005-2006 Pontiac Pursuit. It is a fitment-specific replacement for stamped steel arm setups and is listed across multiple OE interchange references for the same service position.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end looseness or play from a worn lower ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking noises from the front suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to suspension joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering instability caused by excessive joint movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoration of proper suspension articulation on stamped steel arm applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstall on the front lower position only for the listed applications. Verify stamped steel arm configuration before ordering. The threaded, bolt-in design and pinch-style stud should be matched to the vehicle’s original mounting style, and the included dust boot should be inspected during installation for proper seating.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman engineers this replacement ball joint to match OE fit and function on the specified vehicles. It is manufactured from steel and rigorously tested to support dependable suspension service on the listed Chevrolet Cobalt, Chevrolet HHR, Pontiac G5, Saturn Ion, Pontiac G4, and Pontiac Pursuit applications.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763280179381,"sku":"BKKY-540-065","price":60.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_540065_Bac.jpg?v=1783147275","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-540-065-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}