Installation Procedure
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- Install the lower control arm bracket to the vehicle.
- Install the lower control arm bracket mounting bolts to the frame.
Tighten:
- Tighten the front lower control arm bracket mounting bolt to 265 N.m (195 lb ft).
- Tighten the rear lower control arm bracket mounting bolts to 240 N.m (177 lb ft).
- Install the lower control arm to the lower control arm bracket.
- Install the lower control arm to lower control arm bracket mounting bolts.
- Install the lower control arm to lower control arm bracket mounting nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).
- Install the stabilizer shaft link and washer to the lower control arm.
- Install the stabilizer shaft link retaining nut.
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 145 N.m (107 lb ft).
- Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Inspect the front wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications in Wheel Alignment.
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
in Cautions and Notices.
IMPORTANT:
Ensure that the lower control arm is parallel to the lower control arm bracket during the installation and tightening of the lower control arm mounting bolts and nuts. This will ensure correct alignment of the lower control arm bushings.
IMPORTANT:
There is a washer between the stabilizer shaft link and the lower control arm made of hardened steel and has a felt inner liner. Only replace this washer with an identical washer, standard washers should not be used.