Front Lower Control Arm Bushing Replacement (Vertical)

Front Lower Control Arm Bushing Replacement (Vertical)

Tools Required
* J 21474-01 Control Arm Bushing Set

- J 21474-27 1/2 Inch Puller Bolt Thrust Bearing
- J 21474-2 Bushing Installer Remover
- J 21474-4 Nut
- J 21474-13 Control Arm Bushing Installer

* J 23444-A High Pressure Lubricant
* J 34126 Driven Sprocket Support Bearing Installer
* J 35379 Front Knuckle Support

Removal Procedure

1. Remove the lower control arm. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement (Service and Repair).
2. Secure the lower control arm in a vice.




3. Mark the lower control arm along the flat edge of the bushing flange.





Important: Apply J 23444-A or equivalent to the threads of J 21474-27.


4. Assemble the following bushing removal tools as shown:

1. J 21474-27
2. J 21474-13
3. J 34126
4. J 35379
5. J 21474-2
6. J 21474-4

5. Tighten J 21474-4.
6. Disassemble the bushing removal tools.

Installation Procedure





Important: You MUST install the lower control arm vertical bushing in the same position in order to maintain the original vehicle ride, handling, and road feel.


1. Align the flat edge of the bushing flange to the mark in the control arm (1). Ensure that the flat edge of the bushing flange is 30 degrees (2) from the centerline of the lower control arm. Ensure that the thin slot in the bushing is facing outboard.
2. Insert the bushing into the control arm.





Important: Apply J 23444-A or equivalent to the threads of J 21474-27.


3. Assemble the following bushing installation tools as shown:

1. J 21474-27
2. J 21474-13
3. J 21474-5
4. J 21474-4

4. Tighten J 21474-4.
5. Disassemble the bushing installation tools.
6. Install the lower control arm. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement (Service and Repair).