Installation Procedure

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Install the upper control arm.
Install the upper control arm bolts (4), the 25/35 series for the 4WD.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
Install the upper control arm nuts and the adjustment cams (2), the 25/35 series for the 4WD.
Tighten

Tighten the nuts to 190 N.m (140 lb ft).

Fig 1: Install Upper Control Arm Nuts, Bolts & Adjustment Cams (4WD)
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Install the upper control arm bolts (4). Use the 15-series 2WD, the 15-series 4WD, and the 25/35-series 2WD where applicable.
Install the upper control arm nuts and the adjustment cams (2). Use the 15-series 2WD, the 15-series 4WD, and the 25/35-series 2WD where applicable.
Tighten

Tighten the nuts to 190 N.m (140 lb ft).

Fig 2: Install Upper Control Arm Nuts, Bolts & Adjustment Cams (2WD)

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Connect the upper control arm to the steering knuckle.
Install the wheel drive shaft. Refer to WHEEL DRIVE SHAFT REPLACEMENT .
Install the new nut to the upper ball joint stud.
Tighten

Tighten the nut to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
Install the retaining bolts for the brake hose and wheel speed sensor brackets.
Tighten

Tighten the bolts to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
Install the tire and wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .

Fig 3: Install Brake Hose Retaining Bolts & Wheel Speed Sensor Brackets

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Remove the safety stands.
Lower the vehicle.
Verify the wheel alignment. Refer to MEASURING WHEEL ALIGNMENT (WITH REAR WHEEL STEERING) or MEASURING WHEEL ALIGNMENT (WITHOUT REAR WHEEL STEERING) .