Rear Upper Arm: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Lincoln Navigator and 2017 Ford Expedition. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

1.

NOTE: Do not tighten the nut at this time.

Install the upper arm and loosely install the new upper arm-to-frame bolt, washer, camber set shim and flagnut.

2.

NOTE: Do not tighten the nut at this time.

Loosely install the new upper arm-to-wheel knuckle nut.

3.

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

4.

With the weight of the vehicle on the wheel and tires, tighten the upper arm-to-frame bolt to 225 Nm (166 lb-ft).

5.

With the weight of the vehicle on the wheel and tires, tighten the upper arm-to-wheel knuckle nut to 103 Nm (76 lb-ft).

6.

Check and, if necessary, adjust the rear alignment. For additional information, refer to Suspension System General Information .