Upper Control Arm & Ball Joint: Inspection
WARNING: This page does not describe the selected car, but rather 19 other vehicles, including the 2001 Isuzu VehiCROSS, 2001 Isuzu Trooper, 2001 Isuzu Rodeo Sport, 2001 Isuzu Rodeo, and 2001 Honda Passport. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Inspect upper control arm and pivot shaft for cracks, distortion and thread damage. Check pivot shaft bushings for wear and damage. Replace as necessary.
- If bushing needs replacing, remove nuts from ends of pivot shaft. Remove lock washer, flat washer and plate. Using Bushing Remover/Installer (J-22269-01 or J-29755), press out pivot shaft and bushings. Reverse removal procedure to install bushings. Tighten pivot shaft bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .