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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Control Arm Front Mounting & Bolt
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  1. Install the control arm onto the vehicle.
    2. NOTE: Do not tighten the control arm bolts at this point.
  2. Install the control arm front mounting bolt and lock washer.
  3. Apply a thread sealer to the control arm rear mounting bolt.
  4. Install the control arm rear mounting bolt.
    5. CAUTION: Use extreme care when installing the camshaft not to nick, scratch, or damage the camshaft lobes or bearing surfaces.
  5. If equipped, install the stabilizer shaft link bolt assembly to the control arm. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Replacement .
  6. Install the ball joint to the steering knuckle.
    7. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  7. Tighten the ball joint-to-knuckle nut to 55 N.m (41 lb ft).
  8. If equipped, install the retaining clip to the ball joint stud.
  9. Install the front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  10. Place the jackstands under the control arms.
  11. Lower the vehicle onto the jackstands.
    12. NOTE: The control arms must support the weight of the vehicle while the control arm mounting bolts are being tightened.
  12. Tighten the control arm rear mounting bolts to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).
  13. Tighten the control arm front mounting bolt to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).
  14. Remove the jackstands.
  15. Lower the vehicle.
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