Optima V6-2.7L VIN 4 (2007)
Control Arm: Service and Repair
Rear Lower Arm
REMOVAL
1. Loosen the wheel nuts slightly.
Raise the vehicle, and make sure it is securely supported.
2. Remove the rear wheel and tire (A) from rear hub (B).
CAUTION:
Be careful not to damage the hub bolts (C) when removing the rear wheel and tire (A).
3. Remove the lower arm bolt (B) from the rear knuckle, while supporting the lower arm (A) with a jack as shown in the illustration. Loosen the
lower arm bolt (C) from the cross member.
4. Remove the spring (A), the lower seat, and the upper pad.
5. Remove the lower arm (A) mounting bolts (B) from the cross member.
INSTALLATION
1. Pretighten the lower arm (A) mounting bolts (B) to the cross member.