Upper Control Arm Replacement

Upper Control Arm Replacement

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 subframe. Refer toRear Frame Replacement (Rear Frame Replacement) .
3. Remove the upper control arm pivot bushing. Refer to Control Arm Bushing Replacement (Control Arm Bushing Replacement) .





Important: Mark the location of the bolt and nut relative to the Y-Link for correct re-assembly.



Important: Prevailing torque nuts must be replaced after removal.


4. Remove the upper control arm ball joint bushing to subframe retaining bolt (1) and nut (5).
Discard the nut.
5. Remove the upper control arm to knuckle retaining bolt (3) and nut (2).
Discard the nut.
6. Remove the upper control arm (4).
7. Inspect all parts for wear and damage.



Installation Procedure





1. Install the upper control arm (4) into the subframe.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (Fastener Notice) .


2. Install the upper control arm ball joint bushing to subframe retaining bolt (1) and NEW nut (5).

Tighten the bolt and nut a first pass to 80 N.m (59 lb ft).


Tighten the bolt and nut a final pass 120 Degrees.

3. Install the upper control arm to knuckle retaining bolt (3) and NEW nut (2).

Tighten the bolt and nut a first pass to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).


Tighten the bolt and nut a final pass 90Degrees.

4. Install the upper control arm pivot bushing. Refer Control Arm Bushing Replacement (Control Arm Bushing Replacement) .
5. Install the subframe. Refer to Rear Frame Replacement (Rear Frame Replacement) .
6. Remove the safety stands.
7. Lower the vehicle to the ground.
8. Check the vehicle rear wheel alignment and adjust if necessary. Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications (Specifications) .