Upper Arm: Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Lincoln MKX and 2007 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Position the upper arm and loosely install the upper arm inboard bolt and nut.
- Raise the jack and install the subframe rearward nut.
- Tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
- Install the subframe forward nut.
- Tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
- Install the 2 subframe bushing brace bolts.
- Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).
- Reposition the jack under the lower arm and raise the jack.
- Loosely install the upper arm outboard bolt and nut.
- Remove the jack.
- Install the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to WHEELS AND TIRES .
- With the weight of the vehicle on the wheel and tire, tighten the upper arm outboard bolt to 150 Nm (111 lb-ft).
- With the weight of the vehicle on the wheel and tire, tighten the upper arm inboard bolt to 150 Nm (111 lb-ft).
NOTE:
Do not tighten the bolt at this time.
NOTE:
Do not tighten the bolt at this time.