FAQ for Control Arm Repair
Q: What should be noticed while removing the Upper Control Arm?
A:
The upper control arm shims will affect the camber and the caster. You shall make sure to use an equal thickness of shims on both sides of each upper control arm bushing.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What should be noticed while installing the Rear Axle Lower Control Arm?
A:
You should use an Allen wrench at the end of the ball stud to prevent the stud from rotating while removing the nut and must not use power tools.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What is the proper way to install the Rear Axle Upper Control Arm (Except RPO FE4)?
A:
The proper way is to install the upper control arm, the suspension knuckle upper ball joint stud, and the upper ball joint stud nut, connect the wheel speed sensor electrical connector and the electronic suspension control sensor link and install the tire and wheel assembly.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What kind of tools will be required in the replacement of the Rear Axle Lower Control Arm?
A:
The tools required include J 33432-A Transverse Spring Compressor and J 42188 Ball Joint Separator.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque for the Upper Control Arm Bolt?
A:
It is 65 N.m (48 lb-ft).
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: How many washers does the Upper Control Arm attach?
A:
It attaches 4 washers.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What kind of tools will be required in the replacement of the Lower Control Arm?
A:
The tools required include J 42188 Ball Joint Separator and J 33432-A Transverse Spring Remover.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What kind of tools will be required in the replacement of the Upper Control Arm?
A:
The tools required include J 42188 Ball Joint Separator.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What should be removed to get access to the Lower Control Arm?
A:
You shall remove the tire and wheel assembly.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: How many bolts does the Upper Control Arm have?
A:
It has 4 bolts.
By BobGM Specialist
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