Tools Required

J 24319-B Universal Steering Linkage Puller

Notice: Use care when handling the coil springs in order to avoid chipping or scratching the coating. Damage to the coating will result in premature failure of the coil springs.

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Remove the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.



3. Support the lower control arm with a suitable jack.
4. Remove the absorber lower retaining bolts.



5. Remove adjustment link retaining nut.
6. Using J 24319-B separate the adjustment link from the knuckle.



7. Slowly lower the lower control arm until it bottoms on the support assembly.
8. Using a pry bar, pry under the lower spring insulator and remove the spring with the insulator.
9. Remove the upper insulator by pulling downward.

1. Install the upper insulator in body.



2. Install the lower insulator in the control arm.
3. Install the spring ensuring the insulator is seated in the control arm.




Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

4. Raise the lower control arm and install the shock absorbing lower retaining bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the shock absorber lower retaining bolts to 24 N·m (18 lb ft).




5. Install the adjustment link retaining nut.

Tighten
Tighten the adjustment link retaining nut to 50 N·m (36 lb ft).

6. Install the adjustment link to the control arm.
7. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
8. Lower the vehicle.