Left Side
Upper Arm - Left SideRemoval
CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect the performance of vital components and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A new part with the same part number must be installed if installation becomes necessary. Do not use a new part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure of correct retention of these parts.
1. Remove the air cleaner.
2. Remove and discard the nut.
3. Remove the canister purge valve.
4. Remove and discard the nut.
5. Remove the shock absorber and spring assembly.
6. NOTE: Wire the top of the wheel knuckle to the body to prevent knuckle movement. To remove the nut, first loosen the nut, then use the hex holding feature to prevent the upper control arm ball joint from turning while removing the nut. Make sure not to lose the tapered washer on the ball joint.
Remove and discard the nut. Disconnect the suspension upper arm from the knuckle.
7. Remove and discard the bolt.
8. Remove the bolt and the suspension upper arm. Discard the bolt.
Installation
1. Position the suspension upper arm and install a new bolt.
2. Install a new bolt.
3. NOTE: Make sure the tapered washer is installed on the ball joint before connecting the upper control arm to the knuckle. To install the nut, first install the nut until snug using the hex holding feature. Final tighten using a socket and a torque wrench. Remove the wire holding the knuckle after tightening the nut.
Connect the suspension upper arm to the knuckle. Install a new nut.
4. Install the shock absorber and spring assembly.
5. CAUTION: The suspension lower arm-to-body nuts must be tightened with the suspension at curb height. Make sure the vehicle is completely lowered before tightening these nuts. Failure to do so can cause bushing failure, resulting in poor ride and handling.
Install a new nut.
6. Install a new nut.
7. Install the air cleaner.
8. Install the canister purge valve.