Lower Control Arm Pivot Bushing

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Jeep Liberty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: Suspension components with rubber/urethane bushings should be tightened with the full weight of the vehicle at normal ride height. It is important to have the springs supporting the full weight of the vehicle when the fasteners are torqued. If springs are not at their normal ride position, vehicle ride comfort could be affected and premature bushing wear may occur.

Fig 1: LCA BUSHING INSTALL

Courtesy of CHRYSLER LLC

NOTE: Extreme pressure lubrication must be used on the threaded portions of the tool. This will increase the longevity of the tool and insure proper operation during the removal and installation process.

Install the new lower control arm bushings (3) into the lower control arm (4) using tools C-4212F (Press) (1), 9603-1 (driver) (2) and 9969 (receiver) (5) making sure the receiver cup is properly centered for the bushing to be pressed in to the proper depth.
Remove the control arm from the vise.
Install the lower control arm. See Front Suspension/Front/ARM, Lower Control - Installation .
Perform a wheel alignment. See Front Suspension/Wheel Alignment - Standard Procedure .