Upper Control Arm: Installation
Follow the removal procedure in reverse for general reassembly of the components on the vehicle. The steps listed below are calling out specific procedures that should be followed during installation.
The upper control arm must be pulled down slightly so there is no tension drawing the ball joint stud out of the steering knuckle when loosening or tightening the steering knuckle pinch bolt. Steering knuckle pinch bolt damage may occur if the ball joint stud notch is not centered to the steering knuckle pinch bolt.
DO NOT attempt to rotate the clevis lower nut. The clevis lower nut is pressed in the clevis bracket and damage will occur if the nut is rotated.
In any instance where a bolt is through a rubber bushing, the bolt must be torqued with the vehicle at normal ride height.
- Hold the nut while tightening the steering knuckle pinch bolt.