Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Upper Control Arm, Bolts & Shims

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Install the upper control arm to the vehicle.

IMPORTANT: The upper control arm shims will have an effect on the camber and the caster. Make sure to use an equal thickness of shims on both sides of each individual upper control arm bushing.

Install the upper control arm shims.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the upper control arm mounting bolts to the upper control arm and frame rail.
Tighten: Tighten the upper control arm mounting bolts to 65 N.m (48 lb ft).

Fig 2: Upper Ball Joint Stud & Upper Control Arm

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Install the upper ball joint stud into the upper control arm. It will be necessary to use an Allen wrench to keep the ball joint stud from spinning while tightening the ball joint stud nut.
Tighten: Tighten the upper control arm ball joint stud nut to 20 N.m (15 lb ft) plus 250 degrees.

Fig 3: ESC Sensor Link

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Connect the ESC sensor link.
Remove the jackstand.
Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
Lower the vehicle.