Upper Arm

Upper Arm

NOTE: Wagon shown, 3/4/5 door similar.:

Removal and Installation

CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital parts and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A new part with the same part number must be installed if installation becomes necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure of correct retention of these parts.

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Maintenance/Service and Repair.
2. Remove and discard the shock absorber lower bolt.
^ To install, tighten to 103 Nm (76 ft. lbs.).
3. Remove and discard the upper arm inboard bolt.
^ To install, tighten to 115 Nm (85 ft. lbs.).

4. NOTE: Note the position of the upper arm to aid installation.

NOTE: Position the shock absorber as necessary to remove the upper arm.

Remove and discard the upper arm outboard bolt and remove the upper arm.
^ To install, tighten to 115 Nm (85 ft. lbs.).

5. CAUTION: Tighten the upper arm bolts with the suspension at curb height.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.