Upper Arm

Upper Arm

Upper Arm:

Removal

CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital components and systems and their failure may result in major service expense. New parts must be installed with the same part numbers or equivalent part, if replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure correct retention of these parts.

1. Remove the shock absorber and spring assembly.
2. Detach the wheel speed sensor retainers from the upper arm.

3. Remove the 2 nuts, 2 bolts and the upper arm.
^ Discard the nuts and bolts.
^ To install, tighten to 150 Nm (111 lb-ft).

Installation
1. Position the upper arm and loosely install the 2 bolts and nuts.
2. Attach the wheel speed sensor retainers to the upper arm.
3. Install the shock absorber and spring assembly.
4. Install the wheel and tire.
5. With the weight of the vehicle on the wheel and tire assemblies, tighten the 2 upper arm nuts to 150 Nm (111 lb-ft).
6. Check and, if necessary, align the front end.