Lower Control Arm Replacement RWD

1. Remove the coil spring. Refer to Front Coil Springs Replacement .
2. Remove the lower ball joint. Refer to Lower Control Arm Ball Joint Replacement .



3. Support the lower control arm after the ball joint stud breaks loose.



4. Guide the lower control arm out of the splash shield opening.



5. Remove the jam nuts.
6. Remove the bolts.
7. Remove the lower control arm.

1. Install the lower control arm in place.
2. Install the bolts with the head forward.
3. Install the new jam nuts.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

4. Tighten the nuts with the front suspension loaded.

Tighten

•	Tighten the front nut to 115 N·m (85 lb ft).

•	Tighten the rear nut to 98 N·m (72 lb ft).

5. Install the lower ball joint stud to the knuckle. Refer to Lower Control Arm Ball Joint Replacement .
6. Install the coil spring. Refer to Front Coil Springs Replacement .
7. Check the front wheel alignment. Adjust if necessary. Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications in Wheel Alignment.

Lower Control Arm Replacement S4WD

Tools Required

1. Raise the vehicle. Support the vehicle with safety stands.
2. Remove the tire and the wheel. Refer to Wheel Removal in Tires and Wheels.
3. Unload the torsion bar. Refer to Torsion Bar and Support Assembly Replacement .



4. Remove the drive axle nut. This allows more clearance for removal of the lower control arm.
5. Remove the stabilizer shaft. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement .
6. Remove the shock absorber. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement .



7. Remove the nuts and bolts securing the lower control arm to the crossmember and the frame bracket.
8. Remove the ball joint stud from the steering knuckle. Refer to Front Wheel Hub, Bearing, and Seal Replacement .



9. Remove the lower control arm.



10. Remove the front bushing. Use the tools shown.



11. Remove the rear bushing. Use the tools shown.

1. Install the front bushing. Use the tools shown.



2. Install the rear bushing. Use the tools shown.




Important: Install the front leg of the lower control arm into the crossmember before installing the rear leg into the frame bracket.

3. Install the lower control arm to the crossmember and to the frame bracket.
4. Install the bolts in the direction shown.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

5. Install the nuts.

Tighten

•	Tighten the nuts with the lower control arm at the proper Z trim height. Refer Trim Height in Suspension General Diagnosis.

•	Tighten the nuts and the bolts with the front suspension loaded.

•	Tighten the front nut and the rear nut to 110 N·m (81 lb ft).

6. Install the ball joint stud into the steering knuckle.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

7. Install the stud nut and a new cotter pin.

Tighten
Tighten the stud nut to 108 N·m (79 lb ft).

8. Install the shock absorber. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement .




Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

9. Install the drive axle nut.

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 140 N·m (103 lb ft).

10. Install the stabilizer shaft. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement .
11. Adjust the torsion bar. Refer to Torsion Bar and Support Assembly Replacement .
12. Install the tire and the wheel. Refer to Wheel Installation in Tires and Wheels.
13. Lower the vehicle.