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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 467937  Size: SH
  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. If the vehicle is equipped with ABS, disconnect the wheel speed sensor clamp (2) from the left upper control arm (1).
  3. Important: Note the location and the position of the fasteners in order to aid the installation of the component.

  4. Remove the following components:
  5. • The 2 bolts
    • The 2 nuts
    • The washer
    • The upper control arm

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 468013  Size: SH

    Important: 

       • Install the fasteners in the original location and position.
       • DO NOT tighten the fasteners before lowering the vehicle. The weight of the vehicle must be on the tires and wheels before tightening the fasteners.
       •  If the vehicle has ABS, the front of the upper control arm must be toward the front of the vehicle.

  1. Install the following components to the frame:
  2. • The upper control arm (2)
    • The washer
    • The bolt
    • The nut
  3. Install the following components to the axle housing:
  4. • The upper control arm
    • The bolt
    • The nut
  5. If the vehicle has ABS, connect the wheel speed sensor harness clamp (1) to the upper control arm.
  6. Lower the vehicle.
  7. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  8. With the weight of the vehicle on the tires and wheels, tighten the nuts and the bolts.
  9. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts and the bolts to 100 N·m (73.8 lb ft).