For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

Important: If you replace both of the lower control arms, remove and replace one arm at a time in order to prevent the rear axle from rolling or slipping sideways.

1. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
2. Support the rear axle (1).
3. Remove the bolts and screws (5), the nuts (2) and the washers (4) from the rear axle.
4. Remove the bolts and screws (5), the nuts (2) and the washers (4) from the underbody pan.
5. Remove the lower control arm (3).

### Installation Procedure

1. Position the lower control arm (3) to the rear axle (1) and the underbody pan

Important: Do not tighten the bolts and screws (5) and the nuts (2) unless the suspension is at the curb height position.

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.

2. Install the bolts and screws (5), the nuts (2) and the washers (4) to the rear axle (1) from the inboard side out.

Tighten

• | Tighten the bolts and screws (5) to 108 N·m (74 lb ft).

• | Tighten the nuts (2) to 82 N·m (60 lb ft).

3. Remove the rear axle support.
4. Lower the vehicle.