Installation Procedure

Fig 1: View Of Lower Control Arm To Bracket Mounting Nuts & Bolts

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Install the lower control arm to the steering knuckle.
Pivot the lower control arm outward and upward in order to connect the lower control arm to the lower control arm bracket.
Install the lower control arm to the lower control arm bracket.
Install the lower control arm to lower control arm bracket mounting bolts.

Fig 2: View Of Shock Module Yoke Lower Mounting Nut

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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

IMPORTANT: Ensure that the lower control arm is parallel to the lower control arm bracket during the installation and tightening of the lower control arm mounting bolts and nuts. This will ensure correct alignment of the lower control arm bushings.

Install the lower control arm to lower control arm bracket mounting nuts.
Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 110 N.m (81 lb ft).
Connect the shock module yoke to the lower control arm.
Install the shock module yoke lower mounting nut.

Fig 3: View Of Stabilizer Shaft Link Lower Retaining Nut

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IMPORTANT: There is a washer between the stabilizer shaft link and the lower control arm made of hardened steel and has a felt inner liner. Only replace this washer with an identical washer, standard washers should not be used.

Install the stabilizer shaft link and washer to the lower control arm.
Install the stabilizer shaft link retaining nut.
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 145 N.m (107 lb ft).

Fig 4: Removing/Installing Tie Rod

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Install the outer tie rod to the steering knuckle.
Install the outer tie rod retaining nut.
Tighten: Tighten the nuts to 60 N.m (44 lb ft).
Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
Lower the vehicle.
Check the front wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications in Wheel Alignment.