{"product_id":"dorman-540-072-suspension-ball-joint-rear-lower","title":"Dorman 540-072 Suspension Ball Joint - Rear Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 540-072 Rear Lower Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 540-072 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a standard replacement for the original equipment on select vehicles. It is precision-engineered and tested for dependable rear suspension service on applications such as the Buick Rendezvous, Pontiac Aztek, and Pontiac Montana.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded, press-in suspension ball joint for rear lower applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard replacement design for OE-style service\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminum construction with a gray finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber dust boot included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTapered stud with 12 mm wrench size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNon-greaseable design with no grease fitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo castle nut, cotter pin, bushings, or washers included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 540-072, is made for rear lower suspension locations and uses a press-in mounting type with a threaded body. The aluminum housing and rubber dust boot support everyday suspension service, while the tapered stud design helps maintain a secure connection at the control arm interface. It is a direct replacement style part for vehicles including the 2002-2007 Buick Rendezvous, 2001-2005 Pontiac Aztek, and 2000-2004 Pontiac Montana. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K80305 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eVehicle Fitment\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2002-2007 Buick Rendezvous, rear lower, w\/Independent Rear Suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2005-2006 Buick Terraza, rear lower, w\/Independent Rear Suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2005-2006 Chevrolet Uplander, rear lower, w\/Independent Rear Suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2005-2006 Pontiac Montana, rear lower, w\/Independent Rear Suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2005-2006 Saturn Relay, rear lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2001-2005 Pontiac Aztek, rear lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2002-2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette, rear lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits 2000-2004 Pontiac Montana, rear lower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Repair\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRear suspension looseness or play at the ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or knocking from the rear lower suspension area\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to worn suspension geometry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering or handling instability caused by worn joint movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFailed inspection due to excessive suspension wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eInstall this part at the rear lower suspension position only on the listed applications. Verify the press-in fit, threaded engagement, and stud taper before final assembly. Because this design does not use a grease fitting, routine lubrication is not required. Confirm vehicle-specific fitment for the Buick Rendezvous, Pontiac Aztek, Pontiac Montana, and other listed models before installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman manufactures this ball joint as a tested replacement part for specific OE applications. The 540-072 is engineered to match the service needs of the original suspension component on the listed vehicles and is backed by Dorman’s product quality standards.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763280572597,"sku":"BKKY-540-072","price":42.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_540072_Bac.jpg?v=1783147316","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-540-072-suspension-ball-joint-rear-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}