FAQ for Control Arm Repair
Q: How do I install the Rear Axle Lower Control Arm?
A:
Start with placing the control arm on the vehicle, next you will need to install the bolts and nuts that attach the lower control arm. Finally, remove the rear axle support and lower the vehicle.
By BobGM Specialist
07/03/2022 Q: How do I remove the Rear Axle Lower Control Arm?
A:
Start with lifting and supporting the vehicle at curb height. Next, remove the nuts and bolts attaching the lower control arm. Now remove the lower control arm.
By OmarGM Specialist
05/03/2022 Q: How do I remove the rear axle upper control arm?
A:
Start with installing the upper control arm, then install the bolt and nut to the axle bracket. Install the upper control arm retaining bolt to the frame. Install the nut attaching the control arm. Connect the ESC sensor and lower the vehicle.
By OmarGM Specialist
05/03/2022 Q: How do I remove the upper ball joint nut?
A:
Start with disconnecting the electronic suspension control link connector, place a support under the control arm and load the suspension. Use the ball joint separator to separate it from the steering knuckle.
By BobGM Specialist
05/03/2022 Q: What is the recommended bolt torque for the lower ball joint retaining nut?
A:
The recommended bolt torque is 110 Nm (80 LB-FT).
By BobGM Specialist
26/02/2022 Q: What is the recommended bolt torque for the lower control arm bolts and nuts?
A:
The recommended bolt torque is 140 Nm (103 LB-FT) and 160 Nm (119 LB-FT).
By OmarGM Specialist
26/02/2022 Q: What is the recommended bolt torque for the lower control arm retaining nuts?
A:
The recommended bolt torque is 175 Nm (129 LB-FT).
By BobGM Specialist
26/02/2022 Q: What is the recommended bolt torque for the lower shock absorber module mount bolts?
A:
The recommended bolt torque is 50 Nm (37 LB-FT).
By OmarGM Specialist
26/02/2022 Q: What is the recommended bolt torque for the new nut to the upper ball joint stud?
A:
The recommended bolt torque is 50 Nm (39 LB-FT).
By BobGM Specialist
26/02/2022 Q: What is the recommended bolt torque for the speed sensor harness retainer bolt?
A:
The recommended bolt torque is 9 Nm (80 LB IN).
By BobGM Specialist
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