Installation Procedure
- Install the lower control arm.
- Install the lower control arm bolts.
- Install the washer (front bolt only) with the shoulder facing the control arm.
- Install the lower control arm nuts. Do not tighten.
- Install the steering knuckle. Refer to Steering Knuckle Replacement .
- Install the torsion bar. Refer to Front Torsion Bar Replacement .
- Install the shock absorber through bolt and nut. Refer to Shock Absorber Replacement .
- Install the stabilizer shaft links to the lower control arm. Refer to Stabilizer Shaft Link Replacement .
- Lower the vehicle.
- With the vehicle at ride height, tighten the lower control arm nuts.
Tighten:
- Tighten the rear nut to 180 N.m (133 lb ft).
- Tighten the front nut to 165 N.m (122 lb ft).
CAUTION:
Refer to Fastener Caution
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NOTE:
The fasteners must be tightened in sequence. Tighten the rear nut first then the front nut.