Removal and Installation — Front Lower Arm

Special Service Tools / General Equipment

Vehicle/Axle Stands

Removal

NOTICE: Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the performance of vital components and systems. Failure of these fasteners may result in major service expense. Use the same or equivalent parts if replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Tighten fasteners as specified.

1. 1
   Remove the wheel and tire.
   Refer to: Wheels and Tires (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).
2. 2

   NOTICE: Do not attempt to jack up the front lower arm or the rear lower arm on any vehicle. Suspension arm damage may occur.

   NOTICE: Make sure the insulators are positioned correctly to prevent direct contact with other components.

   Raise the vehicle to curb height.
   Use the general equipment: vehicle/axle stands.

   

3. 3

   NOTICE: Tighten the suspension fasteners with the vehicle weight on the wheels and tires, or use a suitable jack to raise the suspension to curb height, otherwise bushing damage may occur.

   1. Remove and discard the front lower arm-to-knuckle bolt.
      Torque:
      Stage 1: 59 lb-ft (80 N·m)
      Stage 2: 120°

   2. Remove and discard the front lower arm-to-frame bolt and remove the front lower arm.
      Torque:
      Stage 1: 59 lb-ft (80 N·m)
      Stage 2: 120°

   

Installation

1. 1

   NOTICE: Tighten the suspension fasteners with the vehicle weight on the wheels and tires, or use a suitable jack to raise the suspension to curb height, otherwise bushing damage may occur.

   To install, reverse the removal procedure.
2. 2
   Check and, if necessary, adjust the rear wheel toe.
   Refer to: Rear Wheel Toe Adjustment (204-00 Suspension System - General Information, General Procedures).