Disassembly Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Firebird and 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the lower control arm. Refer to Lower Control Arm Replacement .
- Remove the lower control arm rear bushing from the lower control arm (1):
- 2.1. Install J 39874 onto J 21474-3 with the sealed end of J 39874 facing the head of the screw.
- 2.2. Run J 21474-3 through the control arm bushing, through the control arm, and into the small end of J 39931.
- 2.3. Install the thrust washer onto J 21474-3 with the seam facing toward the control arm.
- 2.4. Install J 21474-4 onto J 21474-3. Align all parts with the control arm bushing.
- 2.5. Tighten until you are able to remove the control arm bushing. The bushing may make a popping noise upon removal.