{"product_id":"dorman-540-090-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","title":"Dorman 540-090 Suspension Ball Joint - Front Lower","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDorman 540-090 Front Lower Ball Joint\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman 540-090 is a threaded, press-in suspension ball joint built for front lower applications on select Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC trucks and SUVs. It is precision-engineered and tested to replace the original equipment part on vehicles such as the Chevrolet Silverado 1500, GMC Sierra 1500, and Cadillac Escalade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront lower suspension ball joint for select GM full-size platforms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThreaded design with press-in mounting type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteel construction with grey finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust boot included with polychloroprene boot material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePremium suspension grade type\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting hardware included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12 mm wrench size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTapered stud design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetailed Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Dorman suspension ball joint, part number 540-090, is made for front lower positions on a wide range of 2007-2016 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Silverado 1500, Tahoe, Suburban 1500, Avalanche, and Cheyenne, plus GMC Sierra, Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Yukon XL applications. It is also listed for the Cadillac Escalade EXT and GMC Yukon XL 1500. The steel body, threaded construction, and press-in mounting style follow the OE-style layout used on these vehicles, while the included dust boot helps protect the joint from road contamination.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis part cross-references MOOG Chassis Products K6541 for the same application.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat It Helps Address\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront-end looseness or play from a worn lower ball joint\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClunking or popping noises from the front suspension\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven tire wear related to suspension joint wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSteering instability during braking or cornering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestoring proper front lower suspension geometry on GM trucks and SUVs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes and Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFits 2007-2016 Cadillac Escalade, front lower; 2007-2016 Cadillac Escalade ESV, front lower; 2007-2016 Chevrolet Cheyenne, front lower; 2007-2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, front lower; 2007-2016 Chevrolet Tahoe, front lower; 2007-2016 GMC Sierra, front lower; 2007-2016 GMC Sierra 1500, front lower; 2007-2016 GMC Yukon, front lower; 2015-2016 GMC Yukon XL, front lower; 2007-2014 Chevrolet Suburban 1500, front lower; 2007-2014 GMC Yukon XL 1500, front lower; 2007-2013 Cadillac Escalade EXT, front lower; 2007-2013 Chevrolet Avalanche, front lower.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePress-in installation requires proper suspension service tools and careful alignment of the tapered stud and mounting bore. Verify vehicle application by year, make, model, and front lower position before installation. The part is not adjustable and does not include a grease fitting, cotter pin, castle nut, bushings, washers, or mounting bolts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuality Assurance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDorman designs this replacement ball joint to match the original equipment fit and function for the listed applications. It is built as a premium suspension component and tested for reliable service on compatible Cadillac, Chevrolet, and GMC front suspension systems.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dorman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52763281522869,"sku":"BKKY-540-090","price":55.13,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0628\/1442\/1173\/files\/RB_540090_Bac.jpg?v=1783147429","url":"https:\/\/www.partcatalog.com\/products\/dorman-540-090-suspension-ball-joint-front-lower","provider":"PartCatalog","version":"1.0","type":"link"}