Installation

Upper Arm

INSTALLATION

CAUTION:
^ Use a new self-locking nut.
^ Always tighten the bushing when the arm is positioned in the state where the vehicle is at curb weight and the wheels are in full contact with the ground.

1) Before installation, inspect the following items and replace any faulty part with a new one.
^ Visually check the upper arm for damage and deformation.
^ Visually check the bushing for abnormal cracks, fatigue or damage.
^ Visually check the dust cover on the ball joint for abnormal cracks, fatigue or damage.
2) Install each part in the reverse order of removal.
3) Inspect the wheel alignment and adjust if necessary.

Tightening torque:
Upper arm - rear sub frame: 80 Nm (8.16 kgf-m, 59.0 ft-lb)
Upper arm - rear housing: 80 Nm (8.16 kgf-m, 59.0 ft-lb)
Rear ABS vehicle speed sensor bracket: 7.5 Nm (0.76 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)