Rainier AWD L6-4.2L VIN S (2005)
Control Arm: Service and Repair
Rear
Rear Axle Upper Control Arm Replacement
Rear Axle Upper Control Arm Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
2. Remove the tire and wheel.
3. Remove the wheelhouse panel.
4. Raise and support the rear axle at the designed D - height. Refer to Trim Height Specifications.
5. If equipped with air suspension, depressurize the air suspension system. Refer to Air Suspension Depressurization Procedure.
6. If equipped with air suspension, disconnect the air suspension leveling sensor link from the rear axle upper control arm.
7. Remove the rear axle upper control arm to axle mounting bolt and nut.
8. Remove the rear axle upper control arm to frame mounting bolt.
9. Remove the rear axle upper control arm.
Installation Procedure
