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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

    • J 9519-E Lower Ball Joint Remover and Installer
    • J 36618 Lower Control Arm Bushing Service Set

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the lower control arm. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement .
  2. Remove the front bushing.
  3. 2.1. Unbend the crimps using a punch.
    2.2. Remove the bushing using the J 36618-2, the J 9519-23, the J 36618-4, and the J 36618-1.
  4. Remove the rear bushing (no crimp). Remove the bushing using the J 36618-5, the J 36618-3, the J 36618-2, and the J 9519-23.

Installation Procedure

  1. Install the front bushing using the J 36618 and the J 9519-23. After installing the bushing, crimp the bushing into place.
  2. Install the rear bushing using the J 36618 and the J 9519-23.
  3. Install the lower control arm. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement .