Mustang V6-232 3.8L VIN 3 TBI (1984)
3.
If control arm axle bracket bushings are to be replaced, refer to Figs. 2 and 3.
4.
Position upper control arm into side rail bracket, then install front pivot bolt. Do not tighten bolt at this time.
5.
Raise rear axle until upper control arm rear pivot bolt hole is aligned with hole in axle housing, then install rear pivot bolt. Do not tighten bolt at
this time.
6.
Position suspension at curb height. Torque front pivot bolt to 70---100 ft. lbs. on except 1982 models, or 100 ft. lbs. on 1982 models. Torque rear
pivot bolt to 100 ft. lbs. on 1982 models, or 80---104 ft. lbs. on except 1986 models.
LOWER CONTROL ARMS
1.
Remove coil spring as described under ``Coil Spring, Replace.''
2.
Remove lower control arm front pivot bolt and nut, then remove control arm.
3.
Reverse procedure to install. Torque front pivot bolt to 100 ft. lbs. on 1982 models, or 80---104 ft. lbs. on except 1982 models. Torque rear pivot
bolt to 70---100 ft. lbs. except 1982 models, or 100 ft. lbs. on 1982 models.
