Rear Suspension

Rear Axle Lower Control Arm Bushings Replacement

- Tools Required
- J 21474-01 Control Arm Bushing Installer
- J 21474-5 Control Arm Bushing Installer
- J 42200 Rear Control Arm Bushing Bolt

Removal Procedure





1. Raise and support the vehicle.
2. Remove the tire and wheel.
3. Remove the rear axle lower control arm.
4. Cut off the collar on the inboard lower control arm bushing.
5. Cut off the rubber collar on the outboard lower control arm.





6. Use the following to press out the bushing:
- 30 mm socket
- J 21474-01
- J 42200

Installation Procedure





1. Coat the new bushings with lubricant to enable ease of installation.
2. Install the inboard side bushing with the collar toward the rear differential.
3. Use the following tools to press in the new bushing:
- 30 mm socket
- J 21474-5
- J 42200
4. Lubricate the outboard side bushing with silicone spray.





5. Install the outboard side bushing.





6. Use the following to press in the new bushing:
- 30 mm socket
- J 21474-5
- J 42200
7. Install the rear axle lower control arm.
8. Install the tire and wheel.
9. Lower the vehicle.