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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

Tools Required

    • J 21474-4 Long Nut
    • J 21474-27 Long Bolt with Thrust Bearing
    • J 41014-1 Bushing Remover
    •  J 21474-5 Bushing Receiver

    Object Number: 105032  Size: SH
  1. Remove the control arm from the vehicle. Refer to Rear Axle Lower Control Arm Replacement in Rear Suspension or Lower Control Arm Replacement in Front Suspension.
  2. Remove the bushing from the control arm using tools as follows:
  3. • Assemble the long bolt J 21474-27 with the thrust bearing through the bushing remover J 41014-1 through the bushing receiver J 21474-5 over the bushing against the control arm.
    • Lubricate the bolt threads with high pressure lubricant.
    • Install the nut J 21474-4 and begin tightening the nut.
  4. Tighten the nut until the bushing is driven out of the control arm.
  5. Disassemble the tools.
  6. Remove the bushing.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 105032  Size: SH
  1. Begin installing the bushing into the control arm ensuring that the flat on the bushing is vertical and rearward or forward.
  2. • Assemble the long bolt J 21474-27 with the washer through the bushing installer J 41014-1 over the bushing against the control arm.
    • Lubricate the bolt threads with a high pressure lubricant.
    • Install the bushing receiver Separating Hub from Drive Axle (large end facing bushing), thrust bearing and nut onto the bolt.
  3. Tighten the nut until the busing is into the control arm and the bushing is fully seated.
  4. Disassemble and remove the tools.
  5. Install the control arm. Refer to Rear Axle Lower Control Arm Replacement in Rear Suspension or Lower Control Arm Replacement in Front Suspension.