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Lower Arm: Removal

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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 is 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.
NOTE: The lower arm bushings are not serviced separately from the lower suspension arm. If the bushings require service, a new lower arm must be installed.
  1. With the vehicle in a static, level ground position, remove the hub cap and measure the distance from the center of the hub to the lip of the fender (curb height).
    Fig 1: Measuring Distance From Center Of Hub To Lip Of Fender (Curb Height)
    G03995100Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  2. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING .
  3. Remove the rear brake disc. For additional information, refer to REAR DISC BRAKE .
  4. Disconnect the shock absorber and spring assembly.
    1. Remove and discard the shock absorber-to-lower arm bolt.
    2. Disconnect the shock absorber and spring assembly from the lower arm.
    Fig 2: Locating Shock Absorber And Lower Mounting Bolt
    G03995101Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
    5. CAUTION: Do not use air tools to remove the nut. Damage to the boot can result.
    NOTE: Use the hex holding feature to prevent the stabilizer bar link ball joint from turning while removing the stabilizer bar link nut.
    Fig 3: Locating Stabilizer Bar Link At Lower Arm
    G03995102Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Disconnect the stabilizer bar link from the suspension lower arm.
    1. Remove and discard the stabilizer bar link-to-lower arm nut.
    2. Disconnect the stabilizer bar link.
  6. Disconnect the lower arm from the wheel knuckle.
    1. Remove and discard the lower arm-to-wheel knuckle bolt.
    2. Disconnect the lower arm.
    Fig 4: Identifying Lower Arm, Wheel Knuckle & Mounting Bolt
    G03995103Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Remove the lower arm.
    1. Remove and discard the lower arm-to-frame bolts.
    2. Remove the lower arm.
Fig 5: Identifying Lower Arm & Lower Arm Pivot Bolts
G03995104Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
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