Upper Arm: Installation

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NOTE: Tighten the suspension bushing fasteners with the suspension loaded or with the weight of the vehicle resting on the wheels and tires, otherwise incorrect clamp load and bushing damage may occur.

NOTE: Only tighten the nuts and bolts finger tight at this stage.

Install the upper arm and install the 2 new upper arm bolts and nuts.

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Install the shock absorber and spring assembly. Refer to: Shock Absorber and Spring Assembly .
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 during removal (curb height).

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Tighten the 2 new upper arm bolts and nuts.
Torque

: 122 lb.ft (165 Nm)

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NOTE: The front suspension height sensor must be disconnected from the upper control arm prior to servicing suspension components or damage to the suspension height sensor and/or the vehicle dynamic suspension system may occur. The sensor will need to be recalibrated after reassembly.

If equipped.
- Position the height sensor and install the height sensor bracket bolt.
  Torque
  
  : 177 lb.in (20 Nm)
- Connect the height sensor electrical connector and harness retainer.
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Calibrate the suspension system. Connect the scan tool and carry out the Ride Height Calibration routine. Follow the scan tool directions.