FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER ARM (for 4WD) > REMOVAL

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HINT:
  1. Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.
  1. The procedures listed below are for the LH side.



1. REMOVE FRONT WHEEL


2. INSPECT FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER ARM ASSEMBLY

  1. Check that there is no looseness on the ball joint by shaking the upper arm up and down by hand.



3. REMOVE SKID CONTROL SENSOR WIRE


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  1. Remove the 2 bolts and disconnect the skid control sensor wire.



4. REMOVE FRONT SUSPENSION UPPER ARM ASSEMBLY LH


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  1. Support the lower arm with a jack.

  1. Remove the clip and nut.

  1. Using SST, disconnect the upper ball joint from the steering knuckle.

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  1. Remove the nut, 2 retainers and bolt.

  1. Remove the upper arm.