FAQ for Control Arm Repair
Q: What is the proper way to install the rear axle upper control arm?
A:
You can install the upper control arm to the vehicle, install the upper control arm mounting bolts and to the frame, install the suspension knuckle upper ball joint stud, install the upper ball joint stud nut and install the tire and wheel assembly.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque when installing the stabilizer shaft link to the lower control arm?
A:
You can tighten the stabilizer shaft link nut to 72 N.m (53 lb-ft).
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29/10/2022 Q: What is the removal procedure for the rear axle upper control arm?
A:
The procedure is to remove the following: the tire and wheel assembly, J 42188 and the ball joint stud nut, the bolts retaining the upper control arm to the frame, and the upper control arm from the vehicle.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: How do you install the upper control arm?
A:
You can install the upper control arm to the vehicle, install the upper control arm shims, install the upper control arm mounting bolts to the upper control arm and frame rail, install the upper ball joint stud into the upper control arm, and install the tire and wheel assembly.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What is the purpose of using an Allen wrench at the end of the ball stud?
A:
The purpose is to prevent the stud from rotating while removing the nut.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What tool can be used to remove the front transverse spring?
A:
You can use the J 33432-A.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What tool can be used to separate the lower ball joint stud from the steering knuckle?
A:
You can use J 42188.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What is the removal procedure for the rear axle lower control arm?
A:
The procedure is to remove the following: the tire and wheel assembly, J 42188 and the lower ball joint stud nut, the stabilizer shaft link, the cam bolts, washers, and nuts, the jack stand, and the lower control arm.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What is the removal procedure for the upper control arm?
A:
The procedure is to remove the tire and wheel assembly, J 42188, the ball joint stud nut, the upper control arm bolts and shims, and the upper control arm.
By BobGM Specialist
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