Lower

Note: Some 1988 C models vehicles may experience a condition where the brake rotor comes in contact with the lower control arm. This occurs only when the steering wheel is turned to the full lock position and most often on left hand turns. The interference between the lower control arm and brake rotor will cause a screeching noise as metal contacts metal. A gouge on the inner brake rotor is evidence that an interference condition exists. If this condition exists, the nose area of the lower control arm should be ground away to provide additional clearance. If a gouge is found on the inside of the brake rotor, replacement of the rotor will be necessary.

Fig. 5 Lower control arm components:

1. Raise and support vehicle.
2. Remove wheel and tire assembly.
3. Remove stabilizer shaft.
4. Remove shock absorber.
5. Remove nuts, bolts, washers and lower control arm, Fig. 5.
6. Remove bushings.
7. Reverse procedure to install. Torque nuts (170 and 165) to 96 ft. lbs.