TL V6-3.2L (2004)
Control Arm: Service and Repair
Upper Arm
Upper Arm Removal/installation
Special Tools Required
Ball joint remover, 28 mm 07MAC-SL00200
1. Raise the rear of the vehicle, and support it with safety stands in the proper locations.
2. Remove the rear wheel.
3. Remove the wheel sensor (A) from the knuckle. Do not disconnect the wheel sensor connector.
4. Remove the lock pin (A) from the upper arm ball joint, then loosen the nut (B).
NOTE: During installation, install the new lock pin as shown after tightening the nut.
5. Disconnect the upper arm ball joint from the knuckle using the special tool.
6. Remove the brake hose mounting bracket (A). Do not disconnect the brake line.
7. Remove the wheel sensor harness mounting bracket (B).
