Lower Arm

Removal

NOTICE: Suspension fasteners are critical parts that affect the performance of vital components and systems. Failure of these fasteners may result in major service expense. Use the same or equivalent parts if replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Tighten fasteners as specified.

1. WARNING: Before beginning any service procedure in this section, refer to Safety Warnings in section 100-00 General Information. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

   Refer to: Health and Safety Precautions (100-00 General Information, Description and Operation).
   

1. Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).
   

1. If equipped.
   

1. If equipped. LH or RH as necessary.
   

1. NOTICE: Do not use a prying device or separator fork between the ball joint and the wheel knuckle. Damage to the ball joint or ball joint seal may result. Only use the pry bar by inserting it into the lower arm body opening.

   NOTICE: Use care when releasing the lower arm and wheel knuckle into the resting position or damage to the ball joint seal may occur.

Installation

1. Finger tight at this stage.
   

1. General Equipment : Vehicle/Axle Stands

1. NOTICE: Tighten the suspension bushing fasteners with the suspension loaded or with the weight of the vehicle resting on the wheels and tires, otherwise incorrect clamp load and bushing damage may occur.

   Torque :
   1   165 Nm
   2   215 Nm

1. Torque : 103 Nm

1. If equipped. LH or RH as necessary.
   

1. If equipped.
   

1. Refer to: Wheel and Tire (204-04A Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).
   

1. Refer to: Front Toe Adjustment (204-00 Suspension System - General Information, General Procedures).
   

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