Lower Control Arm Bushings Replacement (RWD Front)

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
^ Tools Required:
- J 21474-01 Control Arm Bushing Service Kit





1. Remove the lower control arm bolts.
1.1. Refer to steps 1, 2, and 3 of FRONT COIL SPRINGS REPLACEMENT.
1.2. Using a blunt chisel, drive the bushing flare down flush with the rubber part of the bushing.
2. Prior to removing or installing the bushing, place a wedge or spacer between the control arm bushing housing. This keeps the control arm bushing housing from bending while removing or installing the bushing.
3. Remove the front bushing.





3.1. Install J 21474-3, 4, 5, 6. Tighten until the bushing is partially removed.
3.2. Then, reverse J 21474-6 and tighten until the front bushing comes free.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
^ Tools Required:
- J 2147401 Control Arm Bushing Service Kit

1. Prior to removing or installing the bushing, place a wedge or spacer between the control arm bushing housing. This keeps the control arm bushing housing from bending while removing or installing the bushing.
2. Install the front bushing.





3. Install the tools shown. The lip is on the outside of the control arm.
4. Tighten until the front bushing seats fully into the lower control arm. Remove the tools.
5. Install the lower control arm bolts to the vehicle.