Upper Control Arm: Installation

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Fig 1: Upper Control Arm Mounting

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Install the upper control arm (5) to the vehicle.
Install the nut and bolt (1) securing the upper control arm (5) to the body and tighten to 108 N.m (80 ft lbs).

Fig 2: Removing/Installing Upper Ball Joint At Knuckle
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Install the upper ball joint (2) into the knuckle (3).
Install the upper ball joint retaining nut (4) and tighten the nut to 95N.m (70 ft.lbs.).

Fig 3: Inner Fender Well
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1 - FENDER

2 - INNER FENDER WELL
Install the inner fender well (2).
Install the tire and wheel.
Remove the supports and lower the vehicle.
Perform a wheel alignment. See STANDARD PROCEDURE .