For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

#### Tools Required

J 24319-01 Universal Steering Linkage Puller

1. Raise and support the vehicle so that the control arm hangs freely. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Remove the tire and wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
3. Support the control arm with a jack stand.
4. Remove the ELC air tube from the shock.
5. Remove the two bolts securing the shock to the control arm.
6. Remove the hex nut.

Notice: When separating a linkage joint, DO NOT try to disengage the joint by driving a wedge between the joint and the attached part. Seal Damage may result.

7. Separate the adjustment link from the knuckle using the J 24319-B .
8. Slowly lower the control arm onto the support assembly.
9. Pry under the lower spring insulator. Remove the spring with the insulator.
10. Remove the jounce bumper, if necessary, by pulling downward.

### Installation Procedure

1. Install the jounce bumper by inserting the retainer into the body of the vehicle.
2. Install the spring and the lower insulator. Ensure that the insulator is seated in the control arm.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

3. Raise the control arm. Install two shock bolts to the control arm.

Tighten
Tighten the shock bolts to 24 N·m (18 lb ft).

4. Install the adjustment link to the control arm.

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 50 N·m (36 lb ft).

5. Install the ELC air tube to the shock.
6. Install the tire and the wheel assemblies. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.

Tighten
Tighten the wheel nuts to 140 N·m (100 lb ft).

7. Lower the vehicle.