Control Arm: Testing and Inspection

DIAGNOSIS AND TESTING - LOWER CONTROL ARM
Inspect the lower control arm for signs of damage from contact with the ground or road debris. If the lower control arm shows any sign of damage, look for distortion. Do not attempt to repair or straighten a broken or bent lower control arm. If damaged, the lower control arm stamping is serviced only as a complete component.

The serviceable components of the lower control arm are: the ball joint, the ball joint grease seal and the lower control arm rear isolator bushing.

Inspect both lower control arm isolator bushings for severe deterioration and replace as required. Inspect the ball joint per the inspection procedure and replace as required.