Operation CHARM: Car repair manuals for everyone.

Upper Control Arm


1. Raise and support vehicle, then remove wheel.
2. Remove upper ball joint as described under UPPER BALL JOINT.
3. Secure knuckle to coil spring seat to prevent damage to brake hose.
4. Remove two bolts securing upper control arm fulcrum shaft to suspension crossmember spring seat. Note position of shims.
5. Remove upper control arm assembly.
6. Reverse procedure to install. Tighten to specifications and check wheel alignment.