Control Arm Removal and Installation: Installation

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Install the control arm.
Install the control arm-to-crossmember bolts. Do not tighten the bolts.

Fig 1: Identifying Control Arm-To-Crossmember Bolts
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Connect the ball joint to the steering knuckle.
Install the ball joint pinch bolt and the nut.
Tighten:

Tighten the ball joint pinch bolt nut to 60 N.m (44 lb-ft).

Fig 2: Identifying Ball Joint Pinch Bolt And Nut
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Install the control arm-to-crossmember bolts.
Tighten:
- Tighten the front control arm-to-crossmember bolt to 125 N.m (92 lb-ft).
- Tighten the rear control arm-to-crossmember bolt to 110 N.m (81 lb-ft).
Install the wheel. Refer to WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
Lower the vehicle.

Fig 3: Identifying Control Arm
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