Control Arm: Service and Repair

Lower Control Arm Replacement

- Tools Required
- J 23742 Ball Joint Separator

Removal Procedure





1. Remove the coil spring.
2. Remove the lower ball joint cotter pin and the retaining nut.





3. Disconnect the lower ball joint from the steering knuckle using J23742.





4. Remove the lower control arm.

Installation Procedure





1. Connect the lower ball joint to the steering knuckle.
Make sure the lower ball joint is properly seated into the steering knuckle.





Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the lower ball joint retaining nut.
- Tighten the lower ball joint nut to 125 Nm (90 ft. lbs.).
3. Install a new cotter pin. Tighten the nut up to an additional 1/6 amount in order to insert the cotter pin through the lower ball joint stud. Bend the cotter pin ends flat against the nut.
4. Install the coil spring.
5. Check the front wheel alignment.