Control Arm: Service and Repair

Replacement

1. Remove the front wheel & tire.

Tightening torque:
98.3 - 107.9 N.m (9.0 - 11.0 kgf.m, 65.1 - 79.6 lb-ft)

2. Remove the lower arm ball joint mounting bolts (A).

Tightening torque :
58.8 - 70.6 N.m (6.0 - 7.2 kgf.m, 43.4 - 52.1 lb-ft)




3. Remove the lower arm mounting bolts (A,B).

Tightening torque
(A,B) : 156.9 - 176.5 N.m (16.0 - 18.0 kgf.m, 115.7 - 130.2 lb-ft)




4. Installation is the reverse of removal.

Inspection

1. Check the bushing for wear and deterioration.
2. Check the lower arm for deformation.
3. Check the all bolts and nuts.