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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

    • J 5590 Installer and Remover
    • J 2619-01 Slide Hammer and Adapter
    • CH-48107 Bushing Remover and Installer

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the front lower control arm assembly. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement.

  2. Object Number: 1853578  Size: SH
  3. Install the lower control arm in a soft jawed vise.

  4. Object Number: 1853579  Size: SH
  5. Assemble the J 2619-01 and the CH-48107 .
  6. Position the J 2619-01 and the CH-48107 lower control arm bushing.
  7. Using the J 2619-01 and the CH-48107 , remove the front lower control arm bushing.

  8. Object Number: 1853576  Size: SH
  9. Using the J 5590 , remove the rear lower control arm bushing.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1853577  Size: SH
  1. Position the front and rear bushings so that they are equally in the control arm.
  2. Position the CH-48107 on the front bushing.
  3. Using the vise, compress the front and rear bushings until they are seated.
  4. Remove the lower control arm from the vise.
  5. Remove the CH-48107 from the front bushing.
  6. Install the lower control arm in the vehicle. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement.