Control Arm: Service and Repair

REMOVAL
1. Remove shock absorber.





2. Separate upper ball joint stud from knuckle spindle.
Support lower link with jack.





3. Put matching marks on adjusting bolts and remove adjusting bolts.

INSTALLATION





1. While aligning the adjusting bolts with the matching marks, install the upper link.
If a new upper link or any other suspension part is installed, align the matching mark with the slit as indicated in the figure, then install the upper link.
2. Install shock absorber.
3. Tighten adjusting bolts under unladen condition (fuel, radiator coolant, and engine oil full; spare tire, jack, hand tools, and mats in designated positions) with tires on ground.
4. After installing, check wheel alignment. Adjust if necessary.