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GM 12475478
Lower Ball Joint, Front

1999-2014 GM

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GM 12475478 Lower Ball Joint, Front
GM 12475478 Lower Ball Joint, Front
  • Part Description
    Stud Kit, Front Lower Control Arm Ball; Suspension Ball Joint; Ball Joint
  • Position
    Front Lower
  • Replaces
    12472819
  • Manufacturer
    General Motors
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  • Vehicle Fitment

    Year Make Model Trim Engine
    2002-2006 Cadillac EscaladeBase8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS
    2003-2006 Cadillac Escalade ESVBase8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS
    2002-2006 Cadillac Escalade EXTBase8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS
    2002-2006 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500Base, LS, LT, North Face, On Road Edition, WBH, Z66, Z718 Cyl 5.3 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS
    2003-2014 Chevrolet Express 1500Base, LS, LT6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.3 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS
    2003-2014 Chevrolet Express 2500Base, LS, LT6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.8 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 4.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L CNG, 8 Cyl 6.0 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.6 L DIESEL
    2003-2014 Chevrolet Express 3500Base, LS, LT8 Cyl 4.8 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 4.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L CNG, 8 Cyl 6.0 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.6 L DIESEL
    1999-2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500Base, Hybrid, LS, LT, LTZ, SS, WT, Z71 Off-Road6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.3 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.3 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS
    2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 ClassicHybrid, LS, LT, SS, WT6 Cyl 4.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 4.8 L GAS, 8 Cyl 5.3 L FLEX, 8 Cyl 5.3 L FULL HYBRID EV-GAS (FHEV), 8 Cyl 5.3 L GAS, 8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS
    2005-2006, 2001-2003 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HDBase, LS, LT8 Cyl 6.0 L GAS
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  • Customer Questions & Expert Answers

    Q:
    Is this 12475478 designed for my car? Posted by ChevyPartsDeal Specialist
    A:
    Please Select Your Vehicle model to see if part number 12475478 is suitable before ordering.
    Posted by ChevyPartsDeal Specialist
    Q:
    What should be removed after the tire and wheel for the 2003 Cadillac Escalade? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Remove the bolt and nut that secure the bracket to the axle, followed by the removal of the bracket itself.
    Posted by ChevyPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be done after removing the nut for the 2005 Cadillac Escalade EXT? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Remove the upper ball joint retaining bolts and stud, then use the J 44663 Upper Ball Joint Remover to extract the upper ball joint stud from the steering knuckle.
    Posted by ChevyPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the next step after reinstalling the lower control arm for the 2004 Cadillac Escalade ESV? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Reinstall the tire and wheel assembly.
    Posted by ChevyPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    How do you remove the lower ball joint for the 2005 Chevrolet Avalanche 1500? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Center punch the rivet heads and drill out the rivets.
    Posted by ChevyPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the first step to replace the lower ball joint for the 2004 Chevrolet Express 1500? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Raise and support the vehicle, then remove the tire and wheel.
    Posted by ChevyPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be done after removing the tire and wheel for the 2003 Chevrolet Express 3500? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Detach the lower control arm and secure it in a bench vice.
    Posted by ChevyPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What is used to extract the ball joint from the lower control arm for the 2009 Chevrolet Express 2500? Posted by Customer
    A:
    A press.
    Posted by ChevyPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    How do you install the new lower ball joint for the 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 1500? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Place the new lower ball joint into the vehicle and install the bolts to secure it to the steering knuckle, tightening them to 110 Nm (81 ft. lbs.).
    Posted by ChevyPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be verified at the end of the process for the 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Classic? Posted by Customer
    A:
    The wheel alignment using the appropriate measuring technique.
    Posted by ChevyPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What needs to be done with the lower control arm for the 2001 Chevrolet Suburban 1500? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Remove it and secure it in a bench vice or equivalent.
    Posted by ChevyPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the process for installing the new ball joint for the 2002 Chevrolet Tahoe? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Attach the new ball joint to the lower control arm and install the replacement bolts, ensuring to follow the fastener notice in service precautions.
    Posted by ChevyPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the first step to replace the lower ball joint for the 2003 GMC Savana 2500? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Raise and support the vehicle, then remove the tire and wheel.
    Posted by ChevyPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    How should the lower control arm be secured for the next steps for the 2009 GMC Savana 1500? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Secure the lower control arm in a bench vice.
    Posted by ChevyPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    How do you remove the lower ball joint for the 2004 GMC Sierra 1500? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Center punch the rivet heads and drill out the rivets to remove the lower ball joint.
    Posted by ChevyPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the first step to replace the lower ball joint with coil spring suspension for the 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 Classic? Posted by Customer
    A:
    First, raise and support the vehicle.
    Posted by ChevyPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the torque specification for securing the nuts onto the bolts for the 2004 GMC Yukon? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Tighten them to 70 Nm (52 ft. lbs.).
    Posted by ChevyPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What is the first step to replace the lower control arm ball joint for the 2009 GMC Savana 3500? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Raise and support the vehicle.
    Posted by ChevyPartsDeal Specialist
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    Q:
    What should be done after tightening the nuts for the 2001 GMC Yukon XL 1500? Posted by Customer
    A:
    Remove the lower control arm from the bench vice and reinstall it.
    Posted by ChevyPartsDeal Specialist
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