Upper Control Arm Replacement
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Saturn Sky. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Upper Control Arm Replacement
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NOTE:
The ball stud must not rotate during disassembly or reassembly. Hand tools must be used to keep the ball stud from rotating. If air tools are used and the stud is allowed to rotate, damage to the ball stud and/or stud mounting hole may occur. Preliminary Procedure: Remove the rear shock module. Refer to Shock Module Replacement . |
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| 1 | Upper Ball Joint Nut
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
. Tip: Loosen but DO NOT remove the nut until the ball stud has been separated from the knuckle. Tighten: 30 N.m (22 lb ft) plus 150° |
| 2 | Upper Control Arm Ball Joint Tip: Using the J-42188-B Ball Joint Separator, separate the ball stud from the knuckle. |
| 3 | Upper Control Arm Bolts (Qty: 2) Tighten: 110 N.m (81 lb ft) |
| 4 | Upper Control Arm |