Rear Axle Lower Control Arm Replacement

Rear Axle Lower Control Arm Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service Intervals) .
2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Service and Repair) .
3. Remove the rear spring. Refer to Coil Spring Replacement (Coil Spring Replacement) .




4. Remove the lower control arm to support assembly bolt and nut.
5. Remove the lower control arm from the vehicle.
6. Remove the lower control arm spring insulators. Inspect the lower spring insulator for damage and replace as necessary.



Installation Procedure

1. Install the lower control arm spring insulators.
2. Position the lower control arm to the support assembly.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (Fastener Notice) .

3. Install the lower control arm to support assembly bolt and nut.

Tighten the nut and bolt to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).

4. Install the rear spring. Refer to Coil Spring Replacement (Coil Spring Replacement) .
5. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Service and Repair) .
6. Lower the vehicle.
7. Check the rear alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement (Service and Repair) .