Lower Control Arm Replacement

Fig 1: Lower Control Arm Replacement

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Fastener Tightening Specifications: Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications . Preliminary Procedures Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle . Remove the front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
1	Ball Joint to Steering Knuckle Nut Tighten: First pass 50 N.m (37 lb ft) reverse nut 3/4 turn. Second pass 50 N.m (37 lb ft) plus 30° rotation.
2	Ball Joint to Steering Knuckle Bolt
3	Lower Control Arm to Rear Frame Bolt Tighten: 100 N.m (74 lb ft) plus 180° rotation.
4	Lower Control Arm to Front Frame Bolt (Qty: 2) Tighten: 55 N.m (41 lb ft)
5	Lower Control Arm