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Puma 1998 (06.1997-12.2001)

Front Suspension - Lower Arm Puma 1998 (06/1997-12/2001)
Removal and Installation

Removal

  1. Remove the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to Section  204-04 Wheels and Tires.

  1. CAUTION:
    CAUTION:Protect the ball joint seal using a soft cloth to prevent damage.
    Detach the lower arm ball joint from the wheel knuckle.
    • Remove the heat shield (if equipped).

  1. Remove the lower arm.

Installation
  1. Install the lower arm.

  1. CAUTION:
    CAUTION:Make sure the heat shield is installed to prevent damage to the ball joint.
    Install the heat shield.

  1. Attach the lower arm ball joint to the wheel knuckle.
  1. Install the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to Section  204-04 Wheels and Tires.
  1. Check the toe setting and adjust as necessary. For additional information, refer to Section  204-00 Suspension System - General Information.

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