Installation Procedure

Fig 1: Front Lower Control Arm

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Position the front lower control arm (1) on the vehicle.

Fig 2: Front Lower Control Arm Rear Nuts And Bolts

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CAUTION:

This vehicle is equipped with torque-to-yield or single use fasteners. Install a NEW torque-to-yield or single use fastener when installing this component. Failure to replace the torque-to-yield or single use fastener could cause damage to the vehicle or component.

Install Front Lower Control Arm Rear Bolts (2) (Qty: 2)
Install NEW bolts.
Install, but do NOT tighten Front Lower Control Arm Rear Nuts (1) (Qty: 2)

Fig 3: Front Lower Control Arm Front Bolts

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Install and tighten Front Lower Control Arm Front Bolts (1) (Qty: 2)
Install NEW bolts.

Tighten
1. First Pass: 100 N.m (74 lb ft)
2. Final Pass: (90 - 105 degrees)

Fig 4: Front Lower Control Arm Rear Nuts And Bolts

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CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tighten Front Lower Control Arm Rear Nuts (1) (Qty: 2)
Tighten
1. First Pass: 100 N.m (74 lb ft)
2. Final Pass: (90 - 105 degrees)

Fig 5: Steering Knuckle Nut And Bolt

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Install Steering Knuckle Bolt (2)
Install a NEW bolt.
Install and tighten Steering Knuckle Nut (1)
Tighten
1. First Pass: 160 N.m (118 lb ft)
2. Final Pass: (90 - 105 degrees)
Install the front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation
Measure and adjust the wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Measurement