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Installation Procedure

Important: When press-fitting bushings, apply compounding oil or soap water to the inside of the control arm housing in order to facilitate the procedure.





1. Use a hydraulic press (1) in order to install the front bushing (4) to the control arm (3). Press-fit the front bushing until the flange contacts the housing edge of the control arm (3).

Important: When press-fitting bushings, apply compounding oil or soap water to the inside of the control arm housing in order to facilitate the procedure.





2. Use a hydraulic press (1) in order to install the rear bushing (4) to the control arm (3). Press-fit the rear bushing until the flange contacts the housing edge of the control arm (3).
3. Install the front suspension lower control arm. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement.