Control Arm: Service and Repair

Replacement

1. Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.
Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.
2. Remove the front wheel and tire (A) from front hub.

Tightening torque:
88.3 - 107.9 N.m (9.0 - 11.0 kgf.m, 65.1 - 79.6 lb-ft)





CAUTION:
- Be careful not to damage to the hub bolts when removing the rear wheel and tire (A).

3. Loosen the nut and then remove the lower arm (A).

Tightening torque:
78.5 - 88.3N.m(8.0 - 9.0kgf.m, 57.9 - 65.1lb-ft)




4. Loosen the bolts and nuts and then remove the front lower arm (A).

Tightening torque
98.1 - 117.7N.m(10.0 - 12.0kgf.m, 72.3 - 86.8lb-ft)





Tightening torque
156.9 - 176.5N.m(16.0 - 18.0kgf.m, 115.7 - 130.2lb-ft)




5. Installation is the reverse of removal.

Inspection

1. Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.
2. Check the front stabilizer bar for deformation.
3. Check the all bolts and nuts.