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Installation Procedure

Important:  The lower control arm vertical bushing MUST be installed in the same position which it was removed in order to maintain the original vehicle ride, handling and road feel.

  1. Align the flat edge of the bushing flange to the mark in the control arm (1).
  2. Insert the bushing into he control arm.
    Fig 1: Aligning Flat Edge Of Bushing Flange To Mark On Control Arm
    G01746879Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Important:  Apply J 23444-A  (or equivalent high pressure lubricant) to the threads of the J 21474-27. 

  3. Assemble the bushing tools as shown.
  4. Tighten the J 21474-4  until the bushing is fully seated in the control arm.
  5. Disassemble the bushing tools.
  6. Install the lower control arm. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement .
    Fig 2: Assembling & Disassembling Bushing Tools
    G01746880Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.