Dorman 540-072 Suspension Ball Joint - Rear Lower
Dorman 540-072 Rear Lower Ball Joint
Dorman 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.
Key Features
- Threaded, press-in suspension ball joint for rear lower applications
- Standard replacement design for OE-style service
- Aluminum construction with a gray finish
- Rubber dust boot included
- Mounting hardware included
- Tapered stud with 12 mm wrench size
- Non-greaseable design with no grease fitting
- No castle nut, cotter pin, bushings, or washers included
Detailed Description
This 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.
Vehicle Fitment
- Fits 2002-2007 Buick Rendezvous, rear lower, w/Independent Rear Suspension
- Fits 2005-2006 Buick Terraza, rear lower, w/Independent Rear Suspension
- Fits 2005-2006 Chevrolet Uplander, rear lower, w/Independent Rear Suspension
- Fits 2005-2006 Pontiac Montana, rear lower, w/Independent Rear Suspension
- Fits 2005-2006 Saturn Relay, rear lower
- Fits 2001-2005 Pontiac Aztek, rear lower
- Fits 2002-2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette, rear lower
- Fits 2000-2004 Pontiac Montana, rear lower
What It Helps Repair
- Rear suspension looseness or play at the ball joint
- Clunking or knocking from the rear lower suspension area
- Uneven tire wear related to worn suspension geometry
- Steering or handling instability caused by worn joint movement
- Failed inspection due to excessive suspension wear
Installation Notes
Install 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.
Quality Assurance
Dorman 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.
Dorman 540-072 Suspension Ball Joint - Rear Lower
Dorman 540-072 Rear Lower Ball Joint
Dorman 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.
Key Features
- Threaded, press-in suspension ball joint for rear lower applications
- Standard replacement design for OE-style service
- Aluminum construction with a gray finish
- Rubber dust boot included
- Mounting hardware included
- Tapered stud with 12 mm wrench size
- Non-greaseable design with no grease fitting
- No castle nut, cotter pin, bushings, or washers included
Detailed Description
This 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.
Vehicle Fitment
- Fits 2002-2007 Buick Rendezvous, rear lower, w/Independent Rear Suspension
- Fits 2005-2006 Buick Terraza, rear lower, w/Independent Rear Suspension
- Fits 2005-2006 Chevrolet Uplander, rear lower, w/Independent Rear Suspension
- Fits 2005-2006 Pontiac Montana, rear lower, w/Independent Rear Suspension
- Fits 2005-2006 Saturn Relay, rear lower
- Fits 2001-2005 Pontiac Aztek, rear lower
- Fits 2002-2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette, rear lower
- Fits 2000-2004 Pontiac Montana, rear lower
What It Helps Repair
- Rear suspension looseness or play at the ball joint
- Clunking or knocking from the rear lower suspension area
- Uneven tire wear related to worn suspension geometry
- Steering or handling instability caused by worn joint movement
- Failed inspection due to excessive suspension wear
Installation Notes
Install 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.
Quality Assurance
Dorman 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.
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Dorman 540-072 Rear Lower Ball Joint
Dorman 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.
Key Features
- Threaded, press-in suspension ball joint for rear lower applications
- Standard replacement design for OE-style service
- Aluminum construction with a gray finish
- Rubber dust boot included
- Mounting hardware included
- Tapered stud with 12 mm wrench size
- Non-greaseable design with no grease fitting
- No castle nut, cotter pin, bushings, or washers included
Detailed Description
This 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.
Vehicle Fitment
- Fits 2002-2007 Buick Rendezvous, rear lower, w/Independent Rear Suspension
- Fits 2005-2006 Buick Terraza, rear lower, w/Independent Rear Suspension
- Fits 2005-2006 Chevrolet Uplander, rear lower, w/Independent Rear Suspension
- Fits 2005-2006 Pontiac Montana, rear lower, w/Independent Rear Suspension
- Fits 2005-2006 Saturn Relay, rear lower
- Fits 2001-2005 Pontiac Aztek, rear lower
- Fits 2002-2004 Oldsmobile Silhouette, rear lower
- Fits 2000-2004 Pontiac Montana, rear lower
What It Helps Repair
- Rear suspension looseness or play at the ball joint
- Clunking or knocking from the rear lower suspension area
- Uneven tire wear related to worn suspension geometry
- Steering or handling instability caused by worn joint movement
- Failed inspection due to excessive suspension wear
Installation Notes
Install 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.
Quality Assurance
Dorman 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.
