Installation Procedure

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Install the lower control arm.

Fig 1: Install Lower Control Arm
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Connect the ball joint stud to the steering knuckle.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
Install the lower ball joint retaining nut.
Tighten

Tighten the nut to 100 N.m (74 lb ft).
For vehicles with rack and pinion steering, install the front coil spring. Refer to Front Coil Springs Replacement .
Install the lower control arm 15-series bolts.
Install the lower control arm nuts and the 15-series washers.
Tighten

Tighten the nuts to 145 N.m (107 lb ft).

Fig 2: Install Lower Control Arm 15 Series-Bolts & Washers
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Install the lower control arm 25/35-series bolts.
Install the lower control arm nuts and the 25/35-series washers.
Tighten

Tighten the nuts to 150 N.m (110 lb ft).
For vehicles with recirculating ball steering, install the torsion bar. Refer to Torsion Bar Replacement .
Install the front stabilizer shaft link. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement (4WD) or Shock Absorber Replacement (RWD) .

Fig 3: Install Lower Control Arm 25/35-Series Bolts & Washers
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Install the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
Remove the safety stands.
Lower the vehicle.
Verify the wheel alignment. Refer to MEASURING WHEEL ALIGNMENT (WITH REAR WHEEL STEERING) or MEASURING WHEEL ALIGNMENT (WITHOUT REAR WHEEL STEERING) .