Rear Axle Lower Control Arm Replacement

Rear Axle Lower Control Arm Replacement

Removal Procedure

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle Service and Repair.
2. Support the vehicle at curb height.




3. Remove the lower control arm retaining nuts.
4. Remove the lower control arm retaining bolt.
5. Remove the lower control arm.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the lower control arm.
2. Install the lower control arm retaining bolts.

Note: Do not tighten the bolts unless the suspension is at the ride height.

3. Install the lower control arm retaining nut and tighten.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.

4. Tighten the lower control arm to frame bolt to:

* First Pass: 100 Nm (74 lb ft)
* Final Pass: plus 55 degrees

5. Tighten the lower control arm to axle bolts:

* First Pass: 100 Nm (74 lb ft)
* Final Pass: plus 95 degrees.

6. Remove the rear axle support.
7. Lower the vehicle.