Lower Arm: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Lincoln LS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Position the front suspension lower arm.
- Install a new caster adjustment cam bolt and a new nut. The bolt must be installed from the rear, as shown. Install the bolt with the cam lobe down. The cam must be seated between the cam guides on the No. 1 crossmember. The nut should only be snugged up at this time to allow for wheel alignment adjustment.
- Install a new camber adjustment cam bolt and a new nut. The bolt must be installed from the rear as shown. Install the bolt with the cam lobe down. The cam must be seated in the groove in the No. 2 crossmember. The nut should only be snugged up at this time to allow for wheel alignment adjustment.
- Connect the lower control arm to the knuckle. Install a new nut.
- Connect the shock absorber and spring assembly. Install a new bolt and nut.
- While prying down on the bar, connect the stabilizer bar link. Install a new nut.
- Install the shield, two bolts and one pushpin.
- Attach the power steering gear. Remove the nut from the center bolt. Install two bolts and three new nuts.
- Install the wheel and tire assembly.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Check the wheel alignment. Adjust as necessary. For additional information, refer to SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES .
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Make sure the tapered washer is installed on the ball joint before connecting the lower control arm to the knuckle.
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The hex holding feature can be used to prevent turning of the stud while tightening the nut.
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Make sure the shock absorber lower bushing end caps are in place before installing the bolt and nut.
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To install the nut, first install the nut until snug using the hex head feature. Final tighten the nut using a socket and a torque wrench.