Control Arm Bushing: Service and Repair

Front Lower Control Arm Rod Insulator Bushing Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the front tire and wheel assembly.





3. Remove and discard the nut (11) that retains the front lower control arm rod (9) to the front lower control arm rod insulator bushing (2).
4. Remove the 4 nuts (1) that retain the insulator bushing to the front frame.
5. Remove the insulator bushing from the front frame.

Installation Procedure





1. Important: The washer (10) for the front of the lower control arm rod (9) is for reducing caster.

If equipped, ensure the washer is on the front of the rod.
2. Install the insulator bushing (2) over the front of the rod.
3. Install the insulator bushing to the studs on the frame.

4. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Install the 4 nuts (1) in order to retain the insulator bushing to the frame.
Tighten the nuts to 23 Nm (17 ft. lbs.).

5. Important: Do not tighten the nut yet.

Install a NEW nut (11) in order to retain the rod to the insulator bushing.
6. Install the front tire and wheel assembly.
7. Lower the vehicle.
8. With the weight of the vehicle on the tire and wheel assemblies, push down on the front bumper 3 times in order to stabilize the suspension.
9. Tighten the nut that retains the rod to the insulator bushing.
Tighten the nut to 148 Nm (109 ft. lbs.).
10. Measure the wheel alignment. Adjust the wheel alignment if necessary. Refer to Measuring Wheel Alignment in Wheel Alignment.