RAM 1500 Truck 4WD V8-5.9L VIN Z (2002)
Control Arm: Service and Repair
UPPER CONTROL ARM
REMOVAL
1. Raise and support vehicle.
2. Remove wheel and tire assembly.
3. Remove the nut from upper ball joint.
4. Separate upper ball joint from the steering knuckle with Remover 8677
CAUTION: When installing Remover 8677 to separate the ball joint, be careful not to damage the ball joint seal.
5. Remove the control arm pivot bolts and remove control arm.
INSTALLATION
1. Position the control arm into the frame brackets. Install bolts and tighten to 132 Nm (97 ft. lbs.).
2. Insert ball joint in steering knuckle and tighten ball joint nut to 75 Nm (55 ft. lbs.).
3. Install the wheel and tire assembly.
4. Remove the support and lower vehicle.
5. Perform a wheel alignment.