Rear Upper
Upper Arm1. Remove the wheel and tire assembly.
2. CAUTION: Do not damage the boot while separating the ball joint from the knuckle.
Remove the nut and bolt and separate the ball joint from the wheel knuckle.
^ Discard the nut.
3. Remove and bolts and flag nuts.
^ Discard the flag nuts.
4. Remove the nut, bolt and the upper arm.
^ Discard the nut.
5. CAUTION: Make sure the upper arm to frame mounting bolts are routed through the frame and the arm before tightening.
NOTE: Snug the upper arm forward pivot nut and bolt. Do not tighten to specification until the installation procedure is complete and the vehicle is at curb ride height.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
6. Check and, if necessary. adjust the rear alignment.