Upper Arm: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Lincoln MKX and 2010 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

All vehicles

NOTE: Do not tighten the bolt at this time.

Position the upper arm and loosely install the new upper arm inboard bolt and nut.
Raise the jackstand 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 new upper arm outboard bolt and nut.
Remove the jackstand.
Install the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to WHEELS AND TIRES .
All-Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles
Position the wheel speed sensor, clip the 2 retainers to the upper arm and install the bolt.
- Tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).
All vehicles
Install the brake hose bracket bolt.
With the weight of the vehicle on the wheel and tire, tighten the upper arm outboard bolt to 175 Nm (129 lb-ft).
With the weight of the vehicle on the wheel and tire, tighten the upper arm inboard bolt to 175 Nm (129 lb-ft).