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4. If not replacing the A-arm, thoroughly clean the a-arm and
pivot tubes.
5. Insert new A-arm bushings and pivot tubes into new A-arm.
Lower A-arm Removal
1. Remove the lower fastener (F) retaining the stabilizer bar
linkage to the lower A-arm.
2. Remove the fastener (G) retaining the lower portion of the
shock to the lower A-arm.
3. Remove the fastener (H) attaching the lower A-arm to the
bearing carrier (see previous illustration).
4. Remove the (2) fasteners (J) attaching the lower A-arm to
the frame and remove the lower A-arm from the vehicle
(see previous illustration).
5. Examine A-arm and bearing carrier bushings and pivot
tubes (see “Exploded View”). Replace if worn. Discard
hardware.
6. If not replacing the A-arm, thoroughly clean the A-arm and
pivot tubes.
7. Insert new A-arm bushings and pivot tubes into new A-arm.
The locking agent on the existing bolts was
destroyed during removal. DO NOT reuse old
hardware. Serious injury or death could result if
fasteners come loose during operation.
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