Special Tools

Warning: Refer to Safety Glasses Warning in the Preface section.

Danger: To avoid any vehicle damage, serious personal injury or death when major components are removed from the vehicle and the vehicle is supported by a hoist, support the vehicle with jack stands at the opposite end from which the components are being removed and strap the vehicle to the hoist.

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle.
2. Remove the front wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation.
3. Remove the front control arm. Refer to Control Arm Replacement.




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

Note: It is recommended to observe the orientation and 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 control arm bushing (2) from the front control arm (3) using the KM-619 (1) and CH-48510 (4).
5. Inspect front control arm for wear and damage.

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

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