Installation Procedure

Fig 1: Front Lower Control Arm

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Push the front brake corner forward and then position the lower control arm (1) in the vehicle.

Fig 2: Front Lower Control Bolt

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NOTE:

Install the front lower control arm rear bolt and nut hand tight to hold the lower control arm in place while tightening the front lower control arm bolt.

Install the NEW front lower control arm front bolt (1) and tighten to.
- First Pass: 115 N.m (85 lb ft)
- Final Pass: plus 65 degrees

Fig 3: Front Lower Control Arm Rear Nut & Bolt

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Tighten the NEW front lower control arm rear nut (1) to:
- First Pass: 160 N.m (118 lb ft)
- Final Pass: plus 35 degrees

Fig 4: Control Arm Ball Joint To Steering Knuckle Bolt

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Install the NEW lower ball joint bolt (2) and nut (1) and tighten the to nut (1):
- First Pass: 30 N.m (22 lb ft)
- Second Pass: release 120 degrees
- Third Pass: 30 N.m (22 lb ft)
- Final Pass: plus 35 degrees
Install the steering linkage tie rod end on the steering knuckle. Refer to Steering Linkage Outer Tie Rod Replacement .
Install the front wheelhouse liner inner front extension. Refer to Front Wheelhouse Liner Inner Front Extension Replacement .
Install the front wheelhouse rear liner. Refer to Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement (Rear) , Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement (Front) .
Install the tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
Lower the vehicle.