Lower Control Arm, Removing And Installing, Basis: Installing

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Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

-- Install the rear control arm into the subframe in direction of -arrow- and swivel it forward.

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-- Tighten the screws -arrows-.

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NOTE:

Tighten the nuts -arrows- in curb weight position. Refer to WHEEL BEARING IN CURB WEIGHT POSITION, LIFTING VEHICLES WITH COIL SPRING .

Make sure the ball joint boot is not damaged or twisted.

-- Install the front wheel and tighten the bolts. Refer to WHEEL BOLT TIGHTENING SPECIFICATIONS .