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Tools Required

J 45097 Rear Control Arm Bushing Remover

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the lower control arm. Refer to Rear Axle Lower Control Arm Replacement .

  2. Object Number: 932558  Size: SH
  3. Using the J 45097 , remove the bushing in the direction of the arrow.

  4. Object Number: 932562  Size: SH
  5. Install the push out socket against the bushing from the flanged side of the control arm.
  6. Install the through bolt with the washer and bearing against the push out socket.
  7. Install a backing socket against the control arm, opposite of the flange.
  8. Install the stabilizer between the control arm ears.
  9. Install flat washer and nut.
  10. Important: Apply high pressure lube to the threads of the tool.

  11. Tighten the nut until the bushing is removed.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 932566  Size: SH

    Important: Apply high pressure lube to the threads of the tool.

  1. Install a new bushing from the opposite direction.
  2. Using the J 45097 , reverse the tool layout from the removal procedure.
  3. Tighten the nut until the bushing is fully installed.
  4. Install the lower control arm. Refer to Rear Axle Lower Control Arm Replacement .