Lower Control Arm: Removal
- Raise and support vehicle. Remove wheel assembly. Remove ball joint-to-steering knuckle pinch bolt. Remove stabilizer bar links from lower control arms. Loosen bolts attaching stabilizer bar retainers to crossmember. Rotate stabilizer bar away from lower control arm. Using a pry bar, separate ball joint from steering knuckle. DO NOT damage ball joint seal during separation of ball joint stud from steering knuckle.
- Remove lower control arm-to-crossmember front and rear pivot bolts. Remove lower control arm assembly. Inspect lower control arm for distortion, and check bushings for deterioration. Replace as necessary.