Front Lower Control Arm - Installation

INSTALLATION

NOTE: All suspension components should be tighten with the weight of the vehicle on them (curb height).





1. Position the lower control arm (6) at the frame rail brackets. Install the pivot bolts (5) washers (4) and nuts (3). Tighten the nuts finger-tight.

CAUTION: The ball joint stud taper must be CLEAN and DRY before installing the knuckle. Clean the stud taper with mineral spirits to remove dirt and grease.





2. Install the steering knuckle (7) Front Steering Knuckle - Installation.
3. Insert the lower ball joint (5) into the steering knuckle (7). Install and tighten the retaining nut (6) to 129 Nm (95 ft. lbs.).




4. Install shock absorber lower bolt (5) and nut (4). Tighten to 210 Nm (155 ft. lbs.).




5. Install the front halfshaft nut 4X4.
6. Insert the upper ball joint (2) into the steering knuckle (7). Install and tighten the retaining nut (1) to 95 Nm (70 ft. lbs.).
7. Install the stabilizer bar link Front Stabilizer Link - Installation and tighten to 102 Nm (75 ft. lbs.).




8. Tighten the lower control arm pivot nut (3) and bolts (5) (to 149 Nm (110 ft. lbs.).




9. Insert the outer tie rod end (2) into the steering knuckle (5). Install and tighten the retaining nut (1) to 108 Nm (80 ft. lbs.).
10. Install the disc brake rotor Brake Rotor - Installation.
11. Install the disc brake caliper and adaptor assembly and tighten to 135 Nm (100 ft. lbs.)Disc Brake Caliper - Installation.
12. Install the wheel and tire assembly,Removal and Replacement.
13. Remove the support and lower the vehicle.
14. Perform a wheel alignment Service and Repair.