Upper Arm: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Ford Pickup. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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.
Install the shock absorber and spring assembly. For additional information, refer to SHOCK ABSORBER AND SPRING ASSEMBLY .
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 From 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).