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Lower Control Arm: Installation

To install, reverse removal procedure. On Escort, DO NOT tighten pivot bolts until vehicle is lowered and at operating level. Tighten stabilizer bar link bushing nuts so that .67-.75" (17-19 mm) of thread is exposed. See Fig 3 . Install NEW nuts and bolts. On Escort, apply Threadlock 262 onto lower ball joint nut and pinch bolt threads. Tighten all fasteners to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  .

Fig 1: Exploded View Of Stabilizer Bar Link Bushing Assembly (Escort)
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Fig 2: Identifying Transaxle Insulator Nuts & Rear Engine Support Nuts (Escort)
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Fig 3: Installing Stabilizer Bar Link Bushing Assembly (Escort)
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