D21 Hardbody XE 4WD L4-2389cc 2.4L SOHC MFI (KA24E) (1997)
Control Arm: Service and Repair
Upper, Front
REMOVAL
1. Remove shock absorber upper fixing nut.
2. Remove bolts fixing upper ball joint on upper link. Support lower link with jack.
3. Remove upper link spindle fixing bolts.
DISASSEMBLY
^
Press out upper link spindle with bushings.
INSPECTION
^
Check upper link spindle and rubber bushings for damage. Replace if necessary. Check upper link for deformation and cracks. Replace if
necessary.
ASSEMBLY
1. Apply soapsuds to rubber bushing.