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Lower Control Arm Bushings Replacement (Horizontal)



Lower Control Arm Bushings Replacement (Horizontal)

^ Tools Required
- J 21474-01 Control Arm Bushing Service Set
- J 21474-5 Control Arm Bushing Receiver

Removal Procedure
1. Remove the lower control arm.
2. Secure the lower control arm in a vise.





3. Important: Use a 1/2 x 20 in standard thread nut with the puller bolt.

Assemble the bushing removal tools as indicated:
1. The nut (1)
2. The J 21474-01 washer (2)
3. The J 21474-01 bearing (3)
4. The J 21474-5 (4)
5. The J 21474-01 puller bolt (5)
4. Tighten the puller bolt (5) until the bushing is removed.
5. Disassemble the J 21474-01 and J 21474-5.

Installation Procedure
1. Lubricate the bushing with liquid hand soap or equivalent.





2. Important: Use a 1/2 x 20 in standard thread nut with the puller bolt.

Assemble the following bushing installation tools as indicated:
1. The nut (1)
2. The J 21474-01 washer (2)
3. The J 21474-01 bearing (3)
4. The J 21474-5 (4)
5. The J 21474-01 puller bolt (5)
3. Tighten the puller bolt (5) until the bushing is installed into the control arm.
4. Disassemble the J 21474-01 and J 21474-5.
5. Remove the control arm from the vice.
6. Install the lower control arm.