Lower Control Arm: Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Ford Windstar and 2002 Ford Windstar. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
The front suspension lower arm and the front suspension lower arm strut are available only as an assembly.
Turn ignition switch to OFF position. Ensure steering column is not locked. Raise and support vehicle. Remove wheel assembly. Remove and discard ball joint pinch bolt and nut. Using a suitable pry bar, pry between subframe and lower control arm. Push down until lower ball joint is free of steering knuckle. See Figure . Remove and discard control arm nuts and bolts. Remove lower control arm.