Control Arm: Service and Repair

REPLACEMENT
1. Lift up vehicle and remove front wheels.
2. Separate housing and ball joint at connections.





3. Remove rear support. Do not remove rear support on both sides simultaneously.





4. Remove lower arm.





5. To install, reverse above removal procedures. Always install front sub frame and lower arm and tighten bolts with vehicle weight on suspension. Self-lock nut must be replaced with a new one whenever it is removed.

INSPECTION
1. Check lower arm for wear, damage and cracks, and correct or replace if defective.
2. Check bushings for cracks, fatigue or damage.