Installation Procedure

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Install the upper control arm shaft into the upper control arm.

Fig 1: Installing Upper Control Arm Shaft Into Upper Control Arm
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Install the upper control arm bushings into the upper control arm. Use the J 22269-01 and a short piece of pipe that is the same outer diameter as the rubber bushing.

Fig 2: Installing Upper Control Arm Bushings Into Upper Control Arm
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Tighten the J 22269-01 until the bushing is positioned on the shaft and the control arm as shown. The measurement should be 12.8-13.8 mm (0.48-0.52 in) on both ends.

Fig 3: Positioning Bushing On Shaft And Control Arm
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NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Install the upper control arm shaft retainers and the retaining nuts.
Tighten

Tighten the upper control arm shaft retaining nuts to 115 N.m (85 lb ft).

Fig 4: Installing Upper Control Arm Shaft Retainers And Retaining Nuts
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Install the upper control arm to the vehicle. Refer to UPPER CONTROL ARM REPLACEMENT (RWD) or UPPER CONTROL ARM REPLACEMENT (AWD) .