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Front Lower Arm Bushing Installation Note

  1. Install the front lower arm bushing using the SSTs  .
    CAUTION:
    • Set the SST(49 U034 204) as shown in the figure and remove the front lower arm bushing.
    • Install the front lower arm bushing so that the projection shown in the figure is pointing toward the front of the vehicle.
    Fig 1: Installing Front Lower Arm Bushing Using SST
    G09770937Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE:
    • Applying soapy water to the front lower arm bushing facilitates installation.
    • If soapy water gets in the inner pipe of the front lower arm bushing, always wipe it off using a cloth.
  2. After installing the front lower arm bushing, verify that it is installed to the position shown in the figure.

    W: 5.8±0.8 mm {0.23±0.03 in} 

    Fig 2: Identifying Front Lower Arm Bushing Dimension
    G09770938Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.