Upper Arm: Removal

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: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital components and systems and their failure may result in major service expense. New parts must be installed with the same part numbers or equivalent parts, if replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure of correct retention of these parts.

Measure the distance from the center of the hub to the lip of the fender with the vehicle in a level, static ground position (curb height).

Fig 1: Identifying Distance From Center Of Hub To Lip Of Fender
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the shock absorber and spring assembly. For additional information, refer to SHOCK ABSORBER AND SPRING ASSEMBLY .
Remove and discard the upper ball joint nut.
Using the Ball Joint Separator, separate the upper ball joint from the wheel knuckle.

Fig 2: Separating Upper Ball Joint From Wheel Knuckle
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the upper arm-to-frame nuts and bolts and the upper arm.
- Discard the nuts and bolts.