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Removal Procedure

Tools Required

    • J 21474-5 Receiver
    • J 21474-20 Installer
    • J 21474-23 Remover

    Object Number: 181231  Size: SH

    Important: If you are replacing both lower control arms, remove and replace one control arm at a time in order to prevent the rear axle from rolling or slipping sideways.

  1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Support the rear axle.
  3. Remove the Lower Control Arm. Refer to Rear Axle Lower Control Arm Replacement .
  4. Place J 21474-5 over the flanged side of the bushing.
  5. Using the arbor press, place the large outside diameter of the J 21474-23 in contact with the outside diameter of the outer sleeve in order to force the bushing out of the arm.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 181233  Size: SH
  1. Install the reverse tool.
  2. Place J 21474-5 over the flanged side of the bushing.
  3. Install the bushing into position using J 21474-20 .
  4. Install the lower control arm. Refer to Rear Axle Lower Control Arm Replacement .
  5. Remove the rear axle support.
  6. Lower the vehicle.