STEERING AND FRONT SUSPENSION
Front Suspension Components
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Figure 7-31
Ball Joint C-Clip
UPPER A-ARM INSTALLATION
1.
Install a new ball joint if necessary.
See Upper Ball Joint Installation on page 7-14.
2.
Install new A-arm frame bushings.
See following NOTE.
NOTE:
The urethane bushings fit tightly. It may be necessary to press them into place. Use the assembly bolts and
large flat washers to draw the bushings together in the frame brackets.
3.
Slide the A-arm over the frame bushings, and locate the bolt alignment.
4.
Install new bolts, washers, and new flanged locknuts in both the front and rear frame attachments. Tighten the
hardware to 40 ft-lb (54 N·m).
5.
Secure the brake line bracket to the A-arm, and tighten the hardware to 11 ft-lb (15 N·m).
6.
Repeat steps 1 through 5 for the remaining side if necessary.
7.
Align the front wheels, and adjust the toe-in and the camber.
See Wheel Alignment on page 7-10.
LOWER A-ARM REMOVAL
1.
Lift and support the front of vehicle and remove the wheels.
See Lifting The Vehicle on page 3-9.
2.
Remove lower ball joint nut and separate lower ball joint from upright.
3.
Remove the bolt, washer, and flanged locknut from the lower A-arm and frame.
4.
Remove the A-arm from the frame and the bushings.
2008-2012 All-Wheel Drive Maintenance and Service Manual
Page 7-15
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