Intrepid V6-3.2L VIN J (1998)
Radius Arm Bushing: Service and Repair
NOTE: To remove tension strut to cradle bushings from vehicle for replacement, the tension strut and lower control arm first MUST be removed as an
assembly from the vehicle.
REMOVE
1. Remove lower control arm and tension strut as an assembly from the vehicle. See Lower Control Arm for the required removal procedure.
2. Remove the tension strut to cradle isolator bushing from the tension strut. Install replacement isolator bushing on tension strut until it is seated
against retaining washer.
Tension Strut Bushing Installed In Cradle
3. Remove the tension strut to cradle isolator bushing from the cradle assembly. Install replacement tension strut to cradle isolator bushing into
cradle, until squarely seated against cradle assembly.
INSTALL
1. Install lower control arm and tension strut as an assembly back on the vehicle. See Lower Control Arm for the required installation procedure.