Rear Lower Arm: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Jaguar XKR, 2011 Jaguar XK, 2010 Jaguar XKR, and 2010 Jaguar XK. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Nuts and bolts must be tightened with the weight of the vehicle on the suspension.

WARNING: Do not work on or under a vehicle supported only by a jack. Always support the vehicle on safety stands.

Raise and support the vehicle.
Remove the LH front wheel and tire. Refer to Wheel and Tire information.

NOTE: Use an additional wrench to prevent the ball joint rotating.

Disconnect the LH stabilizer bar link.
- Remove and discard the 2 nuts.
Disconnect the height sensor link.
Release the forward lower control arm.
- Remove the bolt and discard the nut.
Release the shock absorber from the lower arm.
- Remove the Torx bolt.

NOTE: Note the fitted position.

Remove the lower arm nut and bolt; discard the nut.

CAUTION: Make sure the ball joint seal is not damaged. A damaged seal will lead to the premature failure of the joint.

Remove the LH lower arm.
- Remove and discard the nut.
- Using the special tool, release the ball joint from the lower suspension arm.