Installation Procedure

Fig 1: Front Lower Control Arm

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Position the front lower control arm (1) on the vehicle.

Fig 2: Front Lower Control Arm Rear Nuts And Bolts

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CAUTION:

This vehicle is equipped with torque-to-yield or single use fasteners. Install a NEW torque-to-yield or single use fastener when installing this component. Failure to replace the torque-to-yield or single use fastener could cause damage to the vehicle or component.

Install Front Lower Control Arm Rear Bolts (1) (Qty: 2)
Install NEW bolts.
Install, but do NOT tighten Front Lower Control Arm Rear Nuts (2) (Qty: 2)

Fig 3: Front Lower Control Arm Front Bolts

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Install, but do NOT tighten Front Lower Control Arm Front Bolts (1) (Qty: 2)
Install NEW bolts.

Fig 4: Front Lower Control Arm Rear Nuts And Bolts

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CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

Use the EN-45059 meter to tighten the front lower control arm rear nuts (1).
Tighten
1. First Pass: 100 N.m (74 lb ft)
2. Final Pass: (30-45 degrees)

Fig 5: Front Lower Control Arm Front Bolts

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Use the EN-45059 meter to tighten the front lower control arm front bolts (1).
Tighten
1. First Pass: 100 N.m (74 lb ft)
2. Final Pass: (45-60 degrees)

Fig 6: Steering Knuckle Nut

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Install Steering Knuckle Nut (1)
Use the EN-45059 meter to tighten the steering knuckle nut (1).
Tighten
1. First Pass: 35 N.m (26 lb ft)
2. Final Pass: (30-45 degrees)
Install the front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
Measure and adjust the wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement