Upper Arm: Installation
NOTE:
Do not tighten the nuts at this time.
NOTE:
Make sure that the set shims are installed in their original positions.
- Position the upper arm and loosely install the 2 upper arm flag bolts, set shims and nuts.
- Install the upper ball joint and ball joint nut.
- Tighten to 63 N-m (6.4 kgf-m, 46 ft-lbf).
- Position a suitable jack under the front suspension lower arm and raise the suspension until the index marks on the lower arm and the fram are aligned (Curb Height).CAUTION:
- Make sure the upper arm bolts are held in place when tightening nuts. Failure to do so may result in incorrect torque.
- Tighten the upper arm nuts to 133 N-m (13.6 kgf-m, 98 ft-lbf).
- Install the wheel and tire. See WHEEL AND TIRE
- Check and, if necessary, align the front end. See WHEEL ALIGNMENT .