Lower Control Arm Bushings Replacement (Vertical)

LOWER CONTROL ARM BUSHINGS REPLACEMENT (VERTICLE)

TOOLS REQUIRED
- J 21474-01 Control Arm Bushing Service Set
- J 21474-27 Puller Bolt
- J 21474 Bushing Installer
- J 21474-2 Bushing Installer
- J 21474-4 Nut
- J 23444-A High Pressure Lubricant
- J 34126 Driven Sprocket Support Bearing Installer
- J 35379 Front Knuckle Support

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the lower control arm.

IMPORTANT: This procedure applies to the front control arm bushing replacement only. You must service the rear horizontal control arm bushing with the control arm. You cannot replace this bushing separately.

2. Secure the lower control arm in a vice.




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




4. Assemble the following bushing removal tools as shown:
- J 21474-27
- J 21474-13
- J 34126
- J 35379
- J 21474-2
- J 21474-4

IMPORTANT: Apply J 23444-A or equivalent to the threads of J 21474-27.

5. Tighten J 21474-4.
6. Disassemble the bushing removal tools.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




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.

IMPORTANT: You MUST install the lower control arm vertical bushing in the same position in order to maintain the original vehicle ride, handling, and road feel.

2. Insert the bushing into the control arm.




3. Assemble the following bushing installation tools as shown:
3.1. J 21474-27
3.2. J 21474-13
3.3. J 21474-5
3.4. J 21474-4

IMPORTANT: Apply J 23444-A or equivalent to the threads of J 21474-27.

4. Tighten J 21474-4.
5. Disassemble the bushing installation tools.
6. Install the lower control arm.