Civic L4-1.8L (2006)
7. Remove the lower arm mounting bolt (A).
NOTE: During installation, install a new mounting bolt.
8. Remove the lower arm mounting bolt (B), then remove the lower arm (C) from the front suspension subframe (D).
NOTE: During installation, install a new mounting bolt.
9. Install the lower arm in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
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Tighten all mounting hardware to the specified torque values.
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First install all the components, and lightly tighten the bolts and nuts, then raise the suspension to load it with the vehicle's weight before fully
tightening to the specified torque values.
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Before installing the wheel, clean the mating surface of the brake disc and the inside of the wheel.
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Check the wheel alignment, and adjust it if necessary.
Bushing Replacement
NOTE: Replace the lower arm (A) as an assembly if the lower arm has the paint mark (B) around the hole near the front bushing. The paint mark can
also be seen around a hole on the bottom side of the lower arm in the same area.
