Upper Arm: Installation

NOTE: Do not tighten the nuts at this time.

Position the upper arm and loosely install the new upper arm-to-frame bolts and nuts.
Position the ball joint into the wheel knuckle and install the new upper ball joint nut.
- Tighten to 115 Nm (85 lb-ft).
Use a suitable jack to raise the suspension until the distance between the center of the hub and the lip of the fender is equal to the measurement taken in Step 1 (curb height).

Fig 1: Identifying Distance Between Center Of Hub To Lip Of Fender
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Tighten the upper arm-to-frame nuts to 150 Nm (111 lb-ft).
Install the shock absorber and spring assembly. For additional information, refer to SHOCK ABSORBER AND SPRING ASSEMBLY in this information.
Check and, if necessary, align the front end. For additional information, refer to SUSPENSION SYSTEM - GENERAL INFORMATION .