Upper Arm

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Lincoln LS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

All vehicles

CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect the performance of vital components and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A new part with the same part number must be installed if installation becomes necessary. Do not use a new part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure of correct retention of these parts.

With the vehicle in NEUTRAL position it on a hoist. For additional information refer to JACKING & LIFTING .

LH upper arm

Remove and discard the power steering reservoir nut. Position the power steering reservoir aside.

Fig 1: Removing Power Steering Reservoir Nut
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Remove the retainers and the left upper shock mount cover, if equipped.

Fig 2: Removing Retainers And Left Upper Shock Mount Cover
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Remove the EVAP canister purge valve nuts and position the EVAP canister purge valve aside.
- To install, tighten to 28 Nm (21 lb-ft).
Fig 3: Removing EVAP Canister Purge Valve Nuts
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Disconnect the fluid level sensor connector.

Fig 4: Locating Fluid Level Sensor Connector
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Disconnect the brake master cylinder main pressure transducer electrical connector, if equipped.

Fig 5: Locating Brake Master Cylinder Main Pressure Transducer Electrical Connector
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Back out the reservoir bolt to give access to the master cylinder bolt.
- To install, tighten to 8 Nm (6 lb-ft).
Fig 6: Locating Master Cylinder Bolt
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Remove the 2 brake master cylinder nuts and position the brake master cylinder aside.
- To install, tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
Fig 7: Removing Brake Master Cylinder Nuts
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Remove and discard the inner and outer upper arm nuts.
- To install, tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
Fig 8: Removing Inner And Outer Upper Arm Nuts
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WARNING: Do not remove the center nut. This nut holds the upper spring mount in place and if this nut is removed the spring tension will be released. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.

Fig 9: Removing Shock Absorber Upper Mount-To-Body Nuts

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Remove and discard 2 shock absorber upper mount-to-body nuts.
- To install, tighten to 28 Nm (21 lb-ft).

NOTE: 11.The hex-holding feature can be used to prevent turning of the stud while removing the nut.

Fig 10: Removing Stabilizer Bar Link-To-Lower Arm Nut

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Remove the stabilizer bar link-to-lower arm nut. While prying down on the stabilizer bar, disconnect the stabilizer bar link from the stabilizer bar.
- To install, tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
Remove and discard shock absorber lower nut and bolt, then remove the shock absorber and spring assembly.
- To install, tighten to 175 Nm (129 lb-ft).
Fig 11: Removing Shock Absorber Lower Nut And Bolt
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NOTE: 13. Wire the top of the wheel knuckle to the body to prevent knuckle movement.

NOTE: To remove the nut, first loosen the nut, then use the hex-holding feature to prevent the upper control arm ball joint from turning while removing the nut.

NOTE: The tapered washer on the ball joint is reused with the new nut.

Fig 12: Removing Suspension Upper Arm Nut

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Remove and discard the suspension upper arm nut. Disconnect the suspension upper arm from the knuckle.
- To install, tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
Remove and discard the inner and outer bolts and the suspension upper arm.
- Remove the suspension upper arm.
Fig 13: Identifying Upper Suspension Arm And Mounting Bolt
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.