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Upper Control Arm: Installation

  1. Install fulcrum pin.
  2. Install bushing by using installer J-29755 and J-39376.
    Fig 1: Installing Bushing
    G02789660Courtesy of ISUZU MOTOR CO.
  3. Install plate.
  4. Install nut and tighten fulcrum pin nut finger- tight.
    NOTE: Torque fulcrum pin nut after adjusting buffer clearance.
    • Buffer clearance: 22 mm (0.87 in)
    • Torque: 108 N.m (80 lb ft)
      Fig 2: Adjusting Buffer Clearance
      G02789661Courtesy of ISUZU MOTOR CO.
  5. Install upper control arm assembly with the fulcrum pin projections turned inward.
    Fig 3: Installing Upper Control Arm Assembly
    G02789662Courtesy of ISUZU MOTOR CO.
  6. Install the caster shims(2) between the chassis frame and fulcrum pin.
  7. Install the camber shims(1) between the chassis frame and fulcrum pin.
    Fig 4: Installing Caster & Camber Shims Between Chassis Frame & Fulcrum Pin
    G02789663Courtesy of ISUZU MOTOR CO.
  8. Install nut assembly.
  9. Install bolt and plate, then tighten the bolt to the specified torque.
    • Torque:  152 N.m (112 lb ft)
  10. Install upper ball joint and tighten it to the specified torque.
    • Torque:  57 N.m (42 lb ft)
  11. Install nut and cotter pin then tighten the nut to the specified torque, with just enough additional torque to align cotter pin holes. Install new cotter pin.
    • Torque:  98 N.m (72 lb ft)
  12. Install speed sensor cable.
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