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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the upper control arm.
  2. Install the upper control arm bolts (4), the 25/35 series for the 4WD.
  3. Install the upper control arm nuts and the adjustment cams (2), the 25/35 series for the 4WD. Tighten the nuts to 190 N.m (140 ft lbs).
  4. Install the upper control arm bolts (4). Use the 15-series 2WD, the 15-series 4WD, and the 25/35-series 2WD where applicable.
  5. Install the upper control arm nuts and the adjustment cams (2). Use the 15-series 2WD, the 15-series 4WD, and the 25/35-series 2WD where applicable. Tighten the nuts to 190 N.m (140 ft lbs).
  6. Connect the upper control arm to the steering knuckle.
  7. Install the wheel drive shaft.
  8. Install the new nut to the upper ball joint stud. Tighten the nut to 50 N.m (37 ft lbs).
  9. Install the retaining bolts for the brake hose and wheel speed sensor brackets. Tighten the bolts to 9 N.m (80 in lbs).
  10. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE & WHEEL REMOVAL & INSTALLATION .
  11. Remove the safety stands.
  12. Lower the vehicle.
  13. Verify the wheel alignment. Refer to MEASURING WHEEL ALIGNMENT (WITH REAR WHEEL STEERING) or MEASURING WHEEL ALIGNMENT (WITHOUT REAR WHEEL STEERING) .
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