Tools Required

1. Remove the lower control arm. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement .
2. Secure the lower control arm in a vice.



3. Mark the lower control arm along the flat edge of the bushing flange.




Important: Apply J 23444-A, or equivalent high pressure lubricant, to the threads of the J 21474-27 .

4. Assemble the following bushing removal tools as shown:

•	J 21474-27 Puller Bolt

•	J 21474 Control Arm Bushing Installer

•	J 34126 Driven Sprocket Support Bearing Installer

•	J 35379 Front Knuckle Support

•	J 21474-2 Bushing Installer

•	J 21474-4 Nut

5. Tighten the J 21474-4 until the bushing is removed from the control arm.
6. Disassemble the bushing removal tools.

Important: Install the lower control arm vertical bushing in the original position in order to maintain the original vehicle ride, handling and road feel.

1. Align the flat edge of the bushing flange to the mark in the control arm (1). Ensure that the flat edge of the bushing flange is 30 degrees (2) from the centerline of the lower control arm. Ensure that the thin slot in the bushing is facing outboard.
2. Insert the bushing into the control arm.




Important: Apply J 23444-A, or equivalent high pressure lubricant, to the threads of the J 21474-27 .

3. Assemble the following bushing installation tools as shown:

•	J 21474-27 Puller Bolt

•	J 21474 Control Arm Bushing Installer

•	J 21474-5 Bushing Receiver

•	J 21474-4 Nut

4. Tighten the J 21474-4 until the bushing is fully seated in the control arm.
5. Disassemble the bushing installation tools.
6. Install the lower control arm. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement .