Upper Control Arm Replacement
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Saturn Sky and 2010 Pontiac Solstice. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
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CAUTION:
The ball stud must not rotate during disassembly or reassembly. Hand tools must be used to keep the ball stud from rotating. If air tools are used and the stud is allowed to rotate, damage to the ball stud and/or stud mounting hole may occur. Preliminary Procedure: Remove the rear shock module. Refer to Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly Replacement . |
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| 1 | Upper Ball Joint Nut
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution
. Procedure: Loosen but DO NOT remove the nut until the ball stud has been separated from the knuckle. Tighten: 30 N.m (22 lb ft) plus 150° |
| 2 | Upper Control Arm Ball Joint Procedure: Using the J-42188-B Ball Joint Separator, separate the ball stud from the knuckle. Special Tools: J-42188-B: Ball Joint Separator |
| 3 | Upper Control Arm Bolt (Qty: 2) Tighten: 110 N.m (81 lb ft) |
| 4 | Upper Control Arm Procedure: Verify the wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications . |