Notes: 2WD, 1/2 Ton, Crew Cab, 5.5 Ft Box;2WD, 1/2 Ton, Std & Extended Cab; 4WD, 1/2 Ton; All Models; 1/2 Ton; W/O Crew Cab
Location: Driver Side; Passenger Side
Other Names: Lower Ball Joint
Item Dimensions: 7.0 x 3.6 x 3.6 inches
Item Weight: 1.90 Pounds
Fitment Type: Direct Replacement
Replaces: 12472819
Part Description: 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Lower Ball Joint
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Vehicle Fitment
2004 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | Base, Hybrid, LS, LT, LTZ, SS, WT, Z71 Off-Road | 6 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
FAQ for Ball Joint Repair
Q: What is the removal procedure for the upper ball joint?
A:
The procedure is to remove the tire and wheel, the bracket, the upper ball joint, and the upper ball joint stud.
By Bob
GM Specialist
29/10/2022
Q: What is the proper way to install the lower ball joint?
A:
The proper way is to install the ball joint, the replacement bolts, the lower control arm, the tire and wheel tire assembly, and then verify the wheel alignment.
By Bob
GM Specialist
29/10/2022
Q: What is the removal procedure for the lower ball joint?
A:
The procedure is to remove the tire and wheel assembly, the lower control arm, center punch the rivet heads, drill out the rivets, and then remove the lower ball joint.
By Bob
GM Specialist
29/10/2022
Q: What is the proper way to install the upper ball joint?
A:
The proper way is to install the upper ball joint, the bracket, and the tire and wheel, and then perform a four-wheel alignment.
By Bob
GM Specialist
29/10/2022
FAQ for Other Repair Info
Q: What is the removal procedure for the pitman's arm?
A:
The procedure is to remove the power steering gear, the Pitman Arm nut, the washer, and the pitman's arm.
Q: What is the removal procedure for the power steering hose assembly?
A:
The procedure is to disconnect the energy storage box, remove the power steering gear inlet hose, the power brake booster outlet hose, the power steering gear inlet hose, the power brake booster inlet hose, and the Power Steering Hose assembly.
Q: What is the proper way to install the steering damper?
A:
The proper way is to install the Steering Damper, the mounting bolt, the steering damper ball stud, the prevailing torque nuts, and the engine protection shield.