Lower Control Arm: Removal
- Raise and support vehicle. Unload torsion bar tension. See Figure. Count exact number of tool turns for reassembly reference. Slide torsion bar forward to remove adjuster arm. Remove wheel and tire assembly.
- Remove drive axle nut. Remove stabilizer bar from vehicle. See STABILIZER BAR . Remove shock absorber from vehicle. See SHOCK ABSORBERS . Separate lower ball joint from steering knuckle. See LOWER BALL JOINT .
- Remove lower control arm pivot bolts, nuts and washers. Remove lower control arm from vehicle. See Figure. Replace bushings and/or bumper as necessary.