Front Lower Control Arm Front Bushing Replacement

Front Lower Control Arm Front Bushing Replacement


Tools Required
* KM-619 Front Control Arm Bush Remover/Installer.
* CH-48510 Front Control Arm Bushing Support Sleeve.



Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Safety Glasses Caution (Safety Glasses Warning) .
Caution: Refer to Vehicle Lifting Caution (Service Precautions) .
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Service and Repair) .
2. Remove the front wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Service and Repair) .
3. Remove the front caster arm. Refer to Front Lower Control Front Arm Replacement (Front Lower Control Front Arm Replacement) .





Important: The bushing must be lubricated with soapy water solution to ease the removal process.



Important: It is recommended to observe the orientation and the depth of the bushing with reference to the original position. Adhering to this recommendation will minimise the potential of incorrect bush installation.


4. Remove the front caster arm bushing (2) from the front caster arm (3) using the KM-619 (1) and CH-48510 (4).
5. Inspect the front caster arm (3) for damage.



Installation Procedure






Important: The bushing must be lubricated with soapy water solution to ease the installation process.



Important: Before installing, the bushing must be properly aligned and orientated. The depth to which the bushing is going to travel must also be observed and maintained.


1. Position the front caster arm bushing so that the cut out (2) aligns with the ball joint (1).




2. Using the KM-619 (1) and CH-48510 (4), install the NEW front caster arm bushing (2) to the front caster arm (3).
3. Install the front caster arm. Refer to Front Lower Control Front Arm Replacement (Front Lower Control Front Arm Replacement) .
4. Install the front wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Service and Repair) .
5. Remove the safety stands.
6. Lower the vehicle to the ground.