Lower Arm (Front) Removal & Installation
FRONT LOWER ARM (FRONT) REMOVAL/INSTALLATION1. Remove the TWC (AJ) (only when removing/installing the right side front lower arm (front)).
2. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
3. Install in the reverse order of removal.
Front Lower Arm (Front) Ball Joint Removal Note
1. Separate the ball joint from the knuckle using the SSTs.
Front Lower Arm (Front) Bushing (Inner Side) Removal Note
1. Press the bushing (inner side) out using the SSTs.
Front Lower Arm (Front) Bushing (Outer Side) Removal Note
1. Press the bushing (outer side) out using the SSTs.
Front Lower Arm (Front) Bushing (Outer Side) Installation Note
1. Mark the new bushing as shown in the figure.
2. Press the bushing in to the marking using the SSTs.
3. Verify that clearance distance A-B is 8.75 mm - 10.75 mm (0.3445 inch - 0.4232 inch).
Front Lower Arm (Front) Bushing (Inner Side) Installation Note
1. Mark the new bushing as shown in the figure.
2. Press the bushing in to the marking using the SSTs.
3. Verify that clearance distance A-B is 12.75 mm - 14.75 mm (0.5020 inch - 0.5807 inch).
Clip Installation Note
1. Wipe the grease off the ball stud.
2. Fill the inside of the new dust boot with grease.
3. Install the boot on the ball joint.
4. Install the new clip using the SST.
5. Verify that the clip is installed securely to the groove.
6. Wipe away the excess grease.