Front Bushing
Remove or Disconnect^ Tools Required:
- J 21474-01 Control Arm Bushing Service Kit
- J 21474-3 Special Bolt/Thrust Washer
- J 21474-4 Special Nut
- J 21474-5 Bushing Receiver/installer
- J 21474-6 Bushing Receiver/installer
1. Lower control arm bolts.
- Refer to Steps 1, 2, and 3 in "Coil Spring Replacement."
- Drive the bushing flare down flush with the rubber part of the bushing, using a blunt chisel.
2. Front bushing.
- Prior to removing or installing the bushing, place a wedge or spacer between the control arm bushing housing. This will keep the control arm bushing housing from bending while removing or installing the bushing.
- Install J 21474-3, 4, 5, 6. Tighten until the bushing is partially removed. Then reverse J 21474-6 and tighten until the front bushing comes free.
Install or Connect
^ Tools Required:
- J 21474-01 Control Arm Bushing Service Set
- J 21474-3 Special Bolt/Thrust Washer
- J 21474-4 Special Nut
- J 21474-5 Receiver/Installer
- J 21474-13 Lower Control Arm Bushing Installer
NOTE: Prior to removing or installing the bushing, place a wedge or spacer between the control arm bushing housing. This will keep the control arm bushing housing from bending while removing or installing the bushing.
1. Front bushing.
a. Install tools as shown. Lip is on the outside of the control arm.
b. Tighten until the front bushing seats fully into the lower control arm. Remove the tools.
2. Lower control arm bolts to the vehicle.