FAQ for Control Arm Repair
Q: What should be noticed in the installation procedure for Upper Control Arm?
A:
You should loosely install all fasteners before tightening.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque for the fasteners?
A:
You should tighten the lower control arm to the frame bolt to 135 N.m (100 lb-ft), tighten the lower control arm to the frame nut to 135 N.m (100 lb-ft), tighten the lower control arm to the knuckle bolt to 160 N.m (118 lb-ft).
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What should be noticed in the removal procedure for Upper Control Arm?
A:
You should use hand tools to keep the ball stud from rotating. If air tools are used and the stud is allowed to rotate, damage to the ball stud and/or stud mounting hole may occur.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What tool is required in the procedure for Lower Control Arm (AWD)?
A:
J43631 Ball Joint Separator is required in the procedure for Lower Control Arm (AWD).
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What should be noticed in the removal procedure for Lower Control Arm (AWD)?
A:
You should raise the power steering gear to provide clearance when removing the rear lower control arm to frame the retaining bolt.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What should be noticed when installing the lower control arm to the vehicle?
A:
You should loosely install all fasteners before tightening.
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What is the recommended torque for the lower control arm to cradle nuts?
A:
The recommended torque is 135 N.m (96 lb-ft).
By BobGM Specialist
29/10/2022 Q: What tool is required in the replacement procedure for Lower Control Arm (RWD)?
A:
J42188 Ball Joint Separator is required in the replacement procedure for Lower Control Arm (RWD).
By BobGM Specialist
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