Town & Country V6-3.8L VIN L (2006)
Fig. 23 Slit Lower Control Arm Rear Bushing
3) Using a sharp knife (such as a razor), slit the bushing lengthwise (Fig. 23) to allow its removal from the lower control arm (Fig. 23).
4) Remove the bushing from the lower control
Disassembly - Rear Bushing - Hydro
DISASSEMBLY - REAR BUSHING - HYDRO
1) Remove the lower control arm from the front suspension cradle.
2) Mount the lower control arm in a vise without using excessive clamping force.
Fig. 24 HYDRO-BUSHING REMOVAL
3) Install Remover, Special Tool 8460, on hydro-bushing as shown (Fig. 24). Removal Pin, Special Tool 8460-3, must extend though hole in center
of bushing rear.
4) Tighten forcing screw of Bridge (Special Tool 8460-1), removing bushing from lower control arm.
Inspection - Lower Control Arm
INSPECTION - LOWER CONTROL ARM
Inspect lower control arm for signs of damage from contact with the ground or road debris. If lower control arm shows any sign of damage, inspect
lower control arm for distortion. Do not attempt to repair or straighten a broken or bent lower control arm. If damaged, the lower control arm casting
is serviced only as a complete component.
Inspect both lower control arm isolator bushings for severe deterioration, and replace as required. Inspect the rear hydro-bushing for seepage. Both
type rear bushings are serviceable. If the front bushing fails, the lower control arm must be replaced.
Inspect and test the ball joint per the procedure listed in Lower Ball Joint.
Assembly - Rear Bushing - Standard
ASSEMBLY - REAR BUSHING - STANDARD
CAUTION: Do not apply grease or any other type of lubricant other than the silicone lubricant specified below to the control arm bushing.
1) Apply Mopar Silicone Spray Lube or an equivalent, to the hole in lower control arm rear bushing. This will aid in the installation of the bushing on
the lower control arm.
