Rear Axle Lower Control Arm Replacement
REAR AXLE LOWER CONTROL ARM REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Support the rear axle at curb height.
3. Remove the lower control arm retaining nuts.
4. Remove the lower control arm retaining bolt.
5. Remove the lower control arm.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the lower control arm.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
IMPORTANT: Do not tighten the bolts unless the suspension is at the curb height position.
2. Install the lower control arm to axle bolt and nut.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 200 N.m (148 lb ft).
IMPORTANT: Do not tighten the bolts unless the suspension is at the curb height position.
3. Install the lower control arm to frame bolt and nut.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 155 N.m (114 lb ft).
4. Remove the rear axle support.
5. Lower the vehicle.