Tools Required

Notice: Do not attempt to free the ball stud by using a pickle fork or wedge type tool, because seal or bushing damage could result. Use the proper tool to separate all ball joints.

1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
2. Remove the engine protection shield. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement .
3. Remove the idler arm ball stud nut .

Do not reuse the idler arm ball stud nut.

4. Remove the idler arm from the relay rod using the J 24319-B .



5. Remove the idler arm frame bolts and the nuts.
6. Remove the idler arm from the vehicle.

1. Position the idler arm on the frame.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

2. Install the frame bolts and the nuts to the idler arm.

Tighten
Tighten the frame bolts to 120 N·m (89 lb ft).

3. Install the relay rod to the idler arm ball stud .

Ensure the seal is on the stud.




4. Use the J 29193 or the J 29194 in order to seat the tapers.

Tighten
Tighten the J 29193 or the J 29194 to 54 N·m (40 lb ft) in order to seat the tapers.

5. Install the new idler arm ball stud prevailing torque nut to the idler arm ball stud.

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 60 N·m (44 lb ft).

6. Install the engine protection shield. Refer to Engine Protection Shield Replacement .
7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Check the wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications .