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Rear Axle Upper Control Arm Replacement: Installation

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  1. Install the upper control arm.
  2. Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  3. Install the bolts and the nuts which secure the upper control arm to the crossmember.
  4. Use 2 utility stands in order to raise the crossmember.
  5. Install the crossmember-to-underbody bolts. Tighten the bolts to 130 N.m (96 lb ft).
  6. Install the upper control arm to the knuckle. Tighten the nut which secures the upper control arm to 85 N.m (63 lb ft).
  7. Connect the shock absorber to the lower control arm. Refer to SHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT .
  8. Connect the height sensor link to the lower control arm as necessary.
  9. Connect the park brake cable to the park brake actuator and the park brake cable bracket.
  10. Install the brake caliper. Refer to the following:
  11. Install the rear wheel. Refer to TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION in TIRE AND WHEEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
  12. Lower the vehicle.