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Control Arm Bushing: Service and Repair




Control Arm Bushing Replacement

Tools Required

* KM-508-A Remover/Installer

* KM-307-B Removal Plate or equivalent

Disassembly Procedure





1. Remove the control arm. Refer to Control Arm Replacement Front Suspension.

2. Remove the control arm rear bushing using a press, the KM-307-B (1), and a drift.





3. Remove the control arm front bushing using a press, the KM-508-A (1) and the KM-307-B (2).

Assembly Procedure





1. Coat the control arm rear shaft with a multipurpose lubricant.

2. Press the control arm front bushing into the control arm using a press, the KM-508-A (1) and the KM-307-B. Center the bushing.





3. Coat the outside of the control arm front bushing and the inside of the control arm with a multipurpose lubricant.

4. Press the control arm front bushing into the control arm using a press, the KM-508-A (1), and the KM-307-B (2). Center the bushing.

5. Install the control arm. Refer to Control Arm Replacement Front Suspension.