Trailing Arm - Upper: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Ford Expedition. 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 part, 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 correct retention of these parts.

1.

Remove the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to Wheels and Tires .

2.

Remove and discard the upper trailing arm-to-wheel knuckle bolt.

3.

Remove and discard the upper trailing arm-to-frame bolt and flagnut.

4.

NOTE: After removal of the upper trailing arm, inspect the knuckle bushing for excessive wear or damage and install new as necessary. For additional information, refer to Wheel Knuckle Bushing .

Remove the upper trailing arm.