Upper Arm Bushing: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Ford Mustang. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: 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 of correct retention of these parts.

Mark the rear shock absorber relative to the protective sleeve with the vehicle in a static, level ground position (curb height).

Fig 1: Locating Mark On Rear Shock Absorber

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With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to JACKING & LIFTING article.

CAUTION: Do not support the rear axle at the differential housing or damage to the housing may occur.

Using 2 suitable jackstands, support the rear axle.
Remove and discard the upper arm-to-upper arm bushing nut and flag bolt.
Partially lower the rear axle and, using the special tools, remove the upper control arm bushing.

Fig 2: Identifying Special Tools

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