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C. Front Upper Control Arm Replacement

C. FRONT UPPER CONTROL ARM REPLACEMENT





1. Using caster values taken from alignment check, and information from Tables 1 or 2 above, select correct offset front upper control arm(s) for installation onto vehicle according to Workshop Manual (section 02-13 FRONT UPPER CONTROL ARM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION).

NOTE:
Vehicles have a tendency to go opposite the side with greater caster.

- If vehicle is pulling RIGHT, refer to Table 1.

- If vehicle is pulling LEFT, refer to Table 2.

2. Check wheel alignment.

3. Test drive vehicle.

- If pull/drift is eliminated, return vehicle to customer.

- If pull/drift is not eliminated, proceed to "D. FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM ADJUSTMENT".