Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Cadillac SRX. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: View Of Lower Control Arm Bushing

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Ensure that the lower control arm bushing (1) installed with the markings on the bushing (1) are facing the rear of the vehicle.

Fig 2: View Of Control Arm Bushing

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Reposition the lower control arm in away to install the bushing (1).

Fig 3: Identifying Front Lower Control Arm Bushing Bolt

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NOTE: DO NOT tighten the lower control arm bushing bolt until the vehicle is at curb height.

Install the NEW lower control arm bushing bolt (1).
Install the front lower control arm rear bolts. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement
With the vehicle at curb height, tighten the lower control arm bushing bolt (1) to 55 N.m 41 lb ft plus 90 degrees.
Verify the front wheel alignment. Refer to Wheel Alignment Specifications .