Lower Control Arm

LOWER ARM AND TOE CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY


REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS
.<> TOE CONTROL ARM AND KNUCKLE




REMOVAL SERVICE POINTS
<> TOE CONTROL ARM AND KNUCKLE DISCONNECTION

Use special tool MB990635 or MB991113 to disconnect the toe control arm and knuckle.

DISCONNECTION CAUTION

Do not remove the nut from ball joint. Loosen it and use
special tool MB991897 to avoid possible damage to ball
joint threads.

Hang special tool MB991897 with cord to prevent it
from falling.

1. Install special tool MB991897 as shown in the figure.
2. Turn the bolt and knob as necessary to make the jaws of
special tool MB991897 parallel, tighten the bolt by hand and
confirm that the jaws are still parallel.

NOTE: When adjusting the jaws in parallel, make sure the knob is in the position shown in the figure.

3. Tighten the bolt with a wrench to disconnect the toe control arm and knuckle.



<> TOE CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY MOUNTING BOLT REMOVAL

Place mating marks on the crossmember and the plate before removing the bolt.

INSPECTION
- Check the bushings for wear and deterioration.
- Check the lower arm or toe control arm for bends or damage.
- Check all bolts for condition and straightness.

TOE CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT BREAKAWAY TORQUE CHECK

1. After shaking the ball joint stud several times, in order to make the ball joint turn smoothly, install the nut to the stud and use the special tool MB990326 to measure the breakaway torque of the ball joint.
Standard value: 1.0 - 2.6 Nm (8.9 - 23 inch lbs.)
2. When the measured value exceeds the standard value, replace the toe control arm assembly.
3. When the measured value is lower than the standard value, check that the ball joint turns smoothly without excessive play. If so, it is possible to re-use that ball joint.

TOE CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT DUST COVER CHECK
1. Check the dust cover for cracks or damage by pushing it with your finger.
2. If the dust cover is cracked or damaged, replace the toe control arm assembly.

NOTE: Cracks or damage of the dust cover may cause damage to the ball joint. When it is damaged during service work, replace the dust cover.

TOE CONTROL ARM BALL JOINT DUST COVER REPLACEMENT
If the dust cover is damaged accidentally during service work, replace the dust cover as follows:
1. Remove the dust cover.
2. Apply specified grease to inside and lip of the dust cover.
Specified Grease: MOPAR Multi-mileage Lubricant
Part No.2525035 or equivalent

3. Using special tool MB990800 press the dust cover until it contacts the snap ring.
4. Check the dust cover for cracks or damage by pushing it with your finger.