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Idler Arm: Service and Repair

Idler Arm Replacement

Special Tools 

J 43631  Ball Joint Remover

Removal Procedure

1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle   (See: Wheels and Tires/Vehicle Lifting/Service and Repair).
2. Remove the idler arm to relay rod retaining nut.

Discard the nut.

3. Disconnect the idler arm from the relay rod using the J 43631  .

4. Remove the idler arm to frame mounting bolts.
5. Remove the idler arm from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

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