Ball Joints for the Chevrolet Trailblazer
Parts-Mall supplies ball joints for the Chevrolet Trailblazer across the 2012 to 2017 range, through 40+ branches in South Africa. A ball joint is the pivoting connection between the suspension arm and the wheel hub. It allows the wheel to steer and to move up and down while keeping it located.
Chevrolet Trailblazer years and engines covered
| Years | Engines |
|---|---|
| 2012 to 2017 | 2.5 and 2.8 diesel |
Years and engines are a guide to the South African market. Exact fitment is confirmed by the supplying branch against your vehicle before dispatch.
What ball joints do
A ball and socket enclosed in a grease-filled rubber boot carries vehicle weight while permitting movement in several planes. The boot keeps grease in and water and grit out.
Signs your Chevrolet Trailblazer needs a new ball joint
- A knocking from the front over bumps or on turning
- Vague steering or a wandering feel at speed
- Uneven tyre wear on the inner or outer shoulder
- A split or perished boot with grease thrown around the area
- Play felt when the wheel is rocked with the vehicle raised
When to replace them
Not scheduled. Replaced when play develops or when the boot has split and grease has been lost. A split boot means failure is coming even if there is no play yet.
What to confirm before ordering
- Your Chevrolet Trailblazer build year and engine
- Upper or lower joint, and left or right
- Whether it is supplied separately or only with a complete arm
- Taper size and thread
- That alignment is booked for after fitting
Chevrolet Trailblazer ball joint questions
Which ball joint fits my Chevrolet Trailblazer?
Parts-Mall supplies ball joints for the Chevrolet Trailblazer across the 2012 to 2017 range. Because the same model name covers several engines and specifications, the exact part is confirmed by the supplying branch against your build year and engine before it is dispatched. Call your nearest branch with those details and they will confirm it while you are on the line.
What do I need to tell the branch to order a ball joint for a Chevrolet Trailblazer?
The build year and the engine, plus upper or lower joint, and left or right. Those three details are enough for the counter to confirm the correct part in most cases.
What happens if a ball joint fails completely?
The suspension arm separates from the hub and the wheel collapses inward. It is one of the few suspension failures that causes immediate loss of control, which is why any detected play should be dealt with promptly.
Does a split boot mean the joint needs replacing?
In practice yes. Once the boot splits, grease escapes and water and grit enter. The joint may still feel tight, but its life is now short.