Uplander AWD V6-3.5L VIN 8 (2005)
Control Arm Bushing: Service and Repair
Front Suspension
Lower Control Arm Bushings Replacement
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Tools Required
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J 21474-01 Control Arm Bushing Set
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J 34126 Sprocket Bearing Remover
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J 35379 Front Knuckle Support
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J 23444-A Extreme Pressure Lubricant-¼ Ounce Tube
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the lower control arm.
2. Secure the lower control arm in a vice.
3. Mark the lower control arm along the flat edge of the bushing flange.
Important: Apply J 23444-A, or equivalent high pressure lubricant, to the threads of the J 21474-27.
4. Assemble the following bushing removal tools as shown:
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J 21474-27 1/2 Inch Puller Bolt Thrust Bearing
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J 21474 Control Arm Bushing Installer
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J 34126 Sprocket Bearing Remover
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J 35379 Front Knuckle Support
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J 21474-2 Bushing Installer Remover
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J 21474-4 1/2 Inch Nut
5. Tighten the J 21474-4 until the bushing is removed from the control arm.
6. Disassemble the bushing removal tools.
Installation Procedure