Overview
The Moog K500245 is a press-in front lower ball joint for vehicles with an aluminum factory suspension, listed for 2014–2016 full-size GM trucks and SUVs.
Moog says its Problem Solver products incorporate proven design and engineering features. The K500245 has a hardened ball stud made of OE equivalent or better materials, a powdered metal gusher bearing design that lets grease flow through the bearing to the stud, and a forged housing with up to 52% more material in key areas. The joint is greaseable.
Moog says the K500245 follows its Problem Solver approach, with proven design and engineering features for like new steering, ease of installation and longer life. The press-in type joint is made for vehicles with aluminum factory suspension.
The housing is a premium forged design with increased cross section, and the socket is greaseable so that new lubricant can flush out contaminants and reduce corrosion and wear. The catalog number is MOGK500245. Moog describes itself as the preferred steering and suspension brand of professional technicians and NASCAR crew chiefs, which is the company’s own statement.
Key features
- Front lower ball joint, press-in type
- For aluminum factory suspension
- Hardened ball stud made of OE equivalent or better materials
- Powdered metal gusher bearing design lets grease flow to the stud
- Forged housing with up to 52% more material in key areas
- Larger grease reservoir and pre-tapped grease fitting hole
- Greaseable socket reduces corrosion and wear
- Sold individually
Specifications
| Brand | Moog |
|---|---|
| Part number | K500245 |
| Catalog number | MOGK500245 |
| Part type | Front lower ball joint |
| Joint type | Lower ball joint, press-in |
| Lubrication | Greaseable (lubeable) |
| Suspension | For aluminum factory suspension |
| Quantity | Sold individually |
| Fit type | Direct fit |
Vehicle fitment
The manufacturer fitment list for the Moog K500245 covers these vehicles: 2015–2016 Cadillac Escalade and Escalade ESV (Base, Luxury, Platinum, Premium); 2014–2016 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (Custom, High Country, LS, LT, LTZ, SSV, WT); 2015–2016 Chevrolet Suburban (LS, LT, LTZ) and Tahoe (LS, LT, LTZ, PPV, SSV); 2014–2016 GMC Sierra 1500 (Base, Denali, SLE, SLT); and 2015–2016 GMC Yukon and Yukon XL (Denali, SLE, SLT).
The list does not include earlier years or the Silverado 2500 and 3500. Details on the Moog K500245 also states it is for aluminum factory suspension. Confirm your vehicle’s year, model and trim before ordering.
Installation notes
Steering components are safety-critical, so professional installation is recommended. Tighten fasteners to the manufacturer’s torque specifications, re-check them after the first miles of driving, and have the alignment checked after steering or suspension work.
What’s included
Details on the Moog K500245 says the joint includes grease fittings, a castle nut, a cotter pin and hardware.
