Lower Control Arm Replacement
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
| Callout | Component Name |
|---|---|
| Preliminary Procedure Remove the front tire and wheel assembly. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation |
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| 1 | Steering Knuckle Nut
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution
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Procedure
NOTE:
ALWAYS use the appropriate tools to separate the pinch joint on the steering knuckle at the front lower control arm ball joint. Tighten First Pass: 50 N.m (37 lb ft) Second Pass: Loosen 120 degrees Third Pass: 50 N.m (37 lb ft) Final Pass: (30-45 degrees) |
| 2 | Steering Knuckle Bolt
CAUTION:
This vehicle is equipped with torque-to-yield or single use fasteners. Install a NEW torque-to-yield or single use fastener when installing this component. Failure to replace the torque-to-yield or single use fastener could cause damage to the vehicle or component. Procedure Remove and DISCARD the bolt. |
| 3 | Front Lower Control Arm Front Nut |
| 4 | Front Lower Control Arm Front Bolt
CAUTION:
This vehicle is equipped with torque-to-yield or single use fasteners. Install a NEW torque-to-yield or single use fastener when installing this component. Failure to replace the torque-to-yield or single use fastener could cause damage to the vehicle or component. Procedure Remove and DISCARD the bolt. Tighten First Pass: 100 N.m (74 lb ft) Final Pass: (90-105 degrees) |
| 5 | Front Lower Control Arm Rear Nut [2x] |
| 6 | Front Lower Control Arm Rear Bolt [2x]
CAUTION:
This vehicle is equipped with torque-to-yield or single use fasteners. Install a NEW torque-to-yield or single use fastener when installing this component. Failure to replace the torque-to-yield or single use fastener could cause damage to the vehicle or component. Procedure Remove and DISCARD the bolts. Tighten First Pass: 100 N.m (74 lb ft) Final Pass: (75-90 degrees) |
| 7 | Front Lower Control Arm Bushing Bolt
CAUTION:
This vehicle is equipped with torque-to-yield or single use fasteners. Install a NEW torque-to-yield or single use fastener when installing this component. Failure to replace the torque-to-yield or single use fastener could cause damage to the vehicle or component.
Procedure
NOTE:
Tighten the front lower control arm bushing bolt with the vehicle at ride height. Tighten First Pass: 55 N.m (41 lb ft) Final Pass: (90-105 degrees) Special Tools GE-6600-2 Torque Wrench Equivalent regional tools: Special Tools |
| 8 | Front Lower Control Arm Procedure Measure and adjust the wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications |