Lancer LS L4-2.0L SOHC (2002)
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If the noise occurs at the lower control arm, replace the lower control arm outer (pillow ball) bushing.
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If the noise occurs at the upper control arm, replace the upper control arm assembly.
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Lower Arm Bushing (Outer Pillow Ball Bushing) Replacement Procedure:
Use special tools MB990969-01, MB990971-01, and MB990996-01 to drive out and press-fit the bushing. After press-fitting, the space
between the edges of the bushing outer sleeve and the lower arm should be 3 mm (0.12 inch).
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MB990957-01: Lower Arm Bushing Remover and Installer (includes MB990969-01 and MB990971-01)
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MB990996-01: Lower Arm Bushing Arbor
NOTE:
These special tools will be available from SPX/OTC in early August. (They will not be Essential Tools.)
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