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Upper Control Arm Bushings Replacement Rear Wheel Drive

Removal Procedure

Tools Required

J 22269-1 Tie Rod End Installer

  1. Remove the upper control arm from the vehicle. Refer to Upper Control Arm Replacement .
  2. Mount the upper control arm in a vise.

  3. Object Number: 1864  Size: SH
  4. Remove the nuts and the retainers.

  5. Object Number: 1865  Size: SH
  6. Remove the upper control arm bushings. Use the J 22269-1 , a slotted washer, and a short piece of pipe slightly larger than the bushing.

  7. Object Number: 1866  Size: SH
  8. Remove the upper control arm shaft from the upper control arm.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1866  Size: SH
  1. Install the upper control arm shaft into the upper control arm.

  2. Object Number: 1867  Size: SH
  3. Install the upper control arm bushings into the upper control arm. Use the J 22269-1 and a short piece of pipe that is the same outer diameter as the rubber bushing.

  4. Object Number: 1868  Size: SH
  5. Tighten the J 22269-1 until the bushing is positioned on the shaft and the control arm as shown. The measurement should be 13.3 ± 0.5 mm (0.5 ± 0.02 in) on both ends.

  6. Object Number: 1864  Size: SH

    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.

  7. Install the retainers and the nuts.
  8. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 115 N·m (85 lb ft).

  9. Install the upper control arm to the vehicle. Refer to Upper Control Arm Replacement .

Upper Control Arm Bushings Replacement Full-Time Four-Wheel Drive

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the upper control arm from the vehicle. Refer to Upper Control Arm Replacement .

  2. Object Number: 178927  Size: SH
  3. Remove the upper control arm bushings from the upper control arm.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 178927  Size: SH
  1. Install the upper control arm bushings into the upper control arm.
  2. Install the upper control arm to the vehicle. Refer to Upper Control Arm Replacement .