Front Upper Control Arm

REMOVE OR DISCONNECT
1. Brake master cylinder nuts (driver-side only).
2. Move brake master cylinder aside (driver-side only).
3. Bolts/screws (26) and nuts (25).
4. Raise and suitably support vehicle.
5. Special security wheel lock nut, if equipped.
6. Tire and wheel.
7. Stabilizer shaft link. Refer to "Stabilizer Shaft Link".
8. Front shock absorber bolts/screws. Refer to "Shock Absorber and Spring".
9. Separate upper ball stud from steering knuckle. Refer to "Control Arm Ball Stud Replacement".
10. Steering knuckle (6) from upper control arm (1).
11. Upper control arm (1) and shock absorber (24) from vehicle.
12. Support steering knuckle (6) with floor stands.
13. Nuts and bolts/screws (37 and 38).
14. Upper control arm (1) from shock absorber. (24)

INSTALL OR CONNECT

NOTICE: Always use the correct fastener in the correct location. When you replace a fastener, use ONLY the exact part number for that application. The manufacturer will call out those fasteners that require a replacement after removal. The manufacturer will also call out the fasteners that require thread lockers or thread sealant. UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED, do not use supplemental coatings (paints, greases, or other corrosion inhibitors) on threaded fasteners or fastener joint interfaces. Generally, such coatings adversely affect the fastener torque and the joint clamping force, and may damage the fastener. When you install fasteners, use the correct tightening sequence and specifications. Following these instructions can help you avoid damage to parts and systems.

1. Position upper control arm (1) to shock absorber
2. Bolts/screws and nuts (37 and 38).
- Tighten nuts (38) to 98 Nm (72 ft. lbs.)
3. Upper control arm (1) and shock absorber (24) to vehicle.
4. Position steering knuckle (6) to upper control arm (1).
5. Upper ball stud to steering knuckle. Refer to "Control Arm Ball Stud Replacement".
6. Remove floor stands from steering knuckle (6).
7. Front shock absorber bolts/screws. Refer to "Shock Absorber and Spring".
8. Stabilizer shaft link. Refer to "Stabilizer Shaft Link".
9. Nuts (25) and bolts/screws (26).

NOTICE: Turning the shock absorber while tightening the nut could damage the shock absorber. To prevent damage, keep the shock absorber in a stationary position when tightening the nut.

- Tighten:
- Nuts (25) to 43 Nm (32 ft. lbs.).
- Bolts/screws (26) to 50 Nm (37 ft. lbs.).
10. Tire and wheel.
11. Special security wheel lock nut, if equipped.
12. Lower vehicle.
13. Position brake master cylinder (driver-side only).
14. Brake master cylinder nuts (driver-side only).