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Lower Arm: Installation

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    NOTE: Do not tighten the bolt at this time.
  1. Position the lower arm and loosely install the 2 new lower arm-to-frame rearward bolts.
    2. NOTE: Do not tighten the bolts at this time.
  2. Loosely install the new lower arm-to-frame forward bolt and install the spacer.
  3. Install the new lower arm ball joint bolt and nut.
    • Tighten to 55 Nm (41 lb-ft).
  4. Install the new stabilizer bar link lower nut.
    • Tighten to 90 Nm (66 lb-ft).
  5. Install the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to WHEELS AND TIRES .
  6. With the weight of the vehicle resting on the wheels and tires, tighten the lower arm-to-frame forward bolts to 150 Nm (111 lb-ft).
  7. With the weight of the vehicle resting on the wheels and tires, tighten the 2 lower arm-to-frame rearward bolts to 80 Nm (59 lb-ft).
  8. Check and, if necessary, align the front end. For additional information, refer to WHEELS AND TIRES .
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