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Upper Control Arm Bearing, Replacing

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required 

Fig 1: Assembly Tool 3301
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Fig 2: Assembly Tool 3348
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Control arms must only be clamped in a vise with protective vise jaw lining! 

Pulling out bushing 

Fig 3: Pulling Out Bushing
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Mounting installation location 

Fig 4: Identifying Installation Location Of Bushing
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A = ~ 90 5

Pulling in bushing 

Fig 5: Pulling In Bushing
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A = bearing

NOTE:
  • Do not use lubricant!