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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Upper Control Arm
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    CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  1. Install the upper control arm (4) into the rear suspension support.
  2. Install the upper control arm ball joint bushing to rear suspension support retaining bolt (1) and NEW nut (5).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolt and nut a first pass to 80 N.m (59 lb ft).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolt and nut a final pass +120 Degrees.

  3. Install the upper control arm to knuckle retaining bolt (3) and NEW nut (2).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolt and nut a first pass to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).

    Tighten 

    Tighten the bolt and nut a final pass +120 Degrees.

  4. Install the rear suspension upper control arm bushing. Refer Rear Suspension Upper Control Arm Bushing Replacement .
  5. Install the rear frame. Refer to Rear Frame Replacement .
  6. Remove the safety stands.
  7. Lower the vehicle to the ground.
  8. Check the vehicle rear wheel alignment and adjust if necessary. Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications .