Upper Control Arm Bushings Replacement RWD

Tools Required

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



3. Remove the washers and the nuts from upper control arm shaft.



4. Remove the upper control arm bushings. Use the J 22269-1 and J 21474-01 .



5. Remove the upper control arm shaft from the upper control arm.

Tools Required

J 22269-1 Tie Rod End Installer

1. Install the upper control arm shaft to the upper control arm.
2. Install the control arm bushings to 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.



3. Tighten J 22269-1 until the bushing is positioned on the shaft and the upper control arm.




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.

4. Install the washers and the nuts to the upper control arm shaft.

Tighten

•	Tighten the upper control arm retaining nuts with the front suspension loaded.

•	Tighten the upper control arm shaft nuts to 115 N·m (85 lb ft).

5. Remove the upper control arm from the vise.
6. Install the upper control arm to the vehicle. Refer to Upper Control Arm Replacement .

Upper Control Arm Bushings Replacement 4WD

Tools Required

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



3. Remove the bushings. Use the tools shown.

Tools Required

1. Install the bushings to the upper control arm. Use the tools shown.
2. Remove the upper control arm from the vise.
3. Install the upper control arm. Refer to Upper Control Arm Replacement .