Dorman 540-075 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower

Dorman 540-075 Front Lower Ball Joint

Dorman 540-075 is a threaded suspension ball joint built as a direct replacement for the original equipment on select Chevrolet Colorado, GMC Canyon, and Isuzu front lower applications. It is precision-engineered and tested for reliable service on the vehicles listed below.

Key Features

• Threaded, bolt-in suspension ball joint for front lower mounting locations
• Steel construction with a grey finish
• Dust boot included to help protect the joint area
• Premium suspension grade type
• Mounting hardware included
• Tapered stud design with 12 mm wrench size
• Designed for specific Chevrolet Colorado, GMC Canyon, and Isuzu i-Series applications

Detailed Description

This Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 540-075, is engineered for front lower suspension service where a threaded, bolt-in design is required. The steel body, dust boot, and tapered stud support a direct OE-style replacement for worn or damaged joints on 2004-2015 Chevrolet Colorado, 2004-2012 GMC Canyon, 2006 Isuzu i-280, 2006 Isuzu i-350, 2007-2008 Isuzu i-290, 2007-2008 Isuzu i-370, and 2016-2017 Chevrolet S10 front lower positions. This part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K80997 and Delphi TC5967 for the same application. Dorman 540-075 is a practical choice when servicing front suspension wear on Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon platforms.

What It Helps Address

• Front suspension looseness or play
• Clunking or knocking from the lower control arm area
• Uneven tire wear related to worn ball joint movement
• Steering instability caused by excess joint wear
• Restoring proper front lower suspension articulation

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s year, make, model, and front lower position before installation. Confirm the threaded, bolt-in design and tapered stud match the original part configuration. Inspect the surrounding control arm and mounting points for wear or damage before installing the new joint. Use the correct 12 mm wrench size during service and follow the vehicle manufacturer’s torque specifications.

Quality Assurance

Dorman states this ball joint is precision-engineered and rigorously tested to provide a reliable replacement for the original equipment on specific vehicles. The part number is 540-075.