3.2CL V6-3.2L SOHC (2003)
Control Arm: Service and Repair
Upper Arm
Replacement
Special Tools Required
Ball joint remover, 28 mm 07MAC-SL00200
1. Raise the front of the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported. Remove the front wheels.
2. Remove the front damper.
3. Remove the wheel sensor bracket nut (A) from the upper arm (B).
4. Remove the cotter pin (A) from the upper arm ball joint, and remove the castle nut (B).
5. Remove the upper arm ball joint from the knuckle using the special tool.
6. Remove the flange bolts (A) from the upper arm (B).
7. Install the upper arm in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
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Be careful not to damage the ball joint boot when connecting the upper arm to the knuckle.
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First install all the suspension components and lightly tighten bolts and nuts, then place a jack under the lower arm, and raise the suspension to