Lower Control Arm Bushings Replacement (Vertical)

Lower Control Arm Bushings Replacement (Vertical)

Tools Required
^ J21474-01 Control Arm Bushing Service Set
- J21474-27 Puller Bolt
- J21474 Bushing Installer
- J21474-2 Bushing Installer
- J21474-4 Nut
- J21474-13 Control Arm Bushing Installer

^ J23444-A High Pressure Lubricant
^ J34126 Driven Sprocket Support Bearing Installer
^ J35379 Front Knuckle Support

Removal Procedure
1. Remove the lower control arm.
2. Secure the lower control arm in a vice.





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

Important: Apply J23444-A or equivalent to the threads of J21474-27.





4. Assemble the following bushing removal tools as shown:
^ J21474-27
^ J21474- 13
^ J34126
^ J35379
^ J21474-2
^ J21474-4

5. Tighten J21474-4.
6. Disassemble the bushing removal tools.



Installation Procedure

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.





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.
2. Insert the bushing into the control arm.

Important: Apply J23444-A or equivalent to the threads of J21474-27.





3. Assemble the following bushing installation tools as shown:
3.1. J21474-27
3.2. J21474-13
3.3. J21474-5
3.4. J21474-4
4. Tighten J21474-4.
5. Disassemble the bushing installation tools.
6. Install the lower control arm.