Escort L4-98 1.6L SOHC VIN 4 2-bbl HP (1984)
Control Arm: Service and Repair
Front
1.
Raise and support vehicle.
2.
Remove nut from stabilizer bar, then the large dished washer.
3.
Remove lower control arm inner pivot bolt and nut.
4.
Remove lower control arm ball joint pinch bolt, then using a screwdriver, separate the control arm from the steering knuckle and remove from
vehicle. Ensure steering column is in unlocked position. Do not use a hammer to separate ball joint from knuckle.
5.
Reverse procedure to install. Torque pinch bolt and nut to 37---44 ft. lbs. On 1981---83 vehicles, torque lower control arm inner pivot nut to
44---55 ft. lbs. On 1984---86 vehicles, torque lower control arm inner pivot nut to 50---60 ft. lbs. Torque stabilizer bar nut to 98---115 ft. lbs.
