How to remove and install the lower control arm on Ford Expedition?

On 2WD models, when the vehicle has air suspension, then turn off the air suspension system by using the switch that is in the position of the right kick panel. Unscrew the lug nuts of the wheels, jack the vehicle up and hold it on jackstands and then take out the wheel. Disassemble the disc brake caliper, brake pads, caliper anchor bracket and the disc then the disc brake splash shield. Take out the shock absorber and separate the brake hose bracket with the lower control arm. Un screw the front stabilizer bar link nut. Install the compressor with the help of the appropriate coil spring compressor and compress the coil spring. Install the balljoint and screw the steering knuckle and ballstud nut. Install the bracket of the 4WABS front brake anti-lock sensor and screw the bolt firmly. Install the lug nuts, wheel and lug nuts, lower the vehicle and tighten the lug nuts. Install tightening of the upper arm pivot bolt nuts, front nut to be installed first, and reconnect the air suspension system where fitted. In 4WD models with air suspension system, shut it off, loosen the wheel lug nuts, lift the vehicle, put on jackstands and then undo the wheel. Removing of skid plate when fitted. When the car is equipped with a 4-wheel antilock brake system (4WABS) detach the bracket of the anti-lock sensor wire of the front brake control arm. Take off the torsion bar, dis-attach the shock absorber with the lower control arm and the stabilizer bar with the lower control arm. Unscrew the lower balljoint of the steering knuckle with an appropriate puller, handle the loosened ballstud nut attached to the ballstud to avoid violent separation. Take out the lower control arm pivot bolts, nuts and washers and then take out the lower control arm. Inspect the bushings in case of damage or wear. Replacement of control arm should be done when it has welded-in bushings that cannot be replaced, replaceable bushings may be used, then press with special adapters or bring control arm to a repair shop. To install, elevate the control arm into place and add the control arm pivot bolts, washers and nuts but do not tighten them fully at this stage, so that the threaded sections are facing forward. Lift the lower control arm using a floor jack until the balljoint stud is able to fit into the steering knuckle hole, add the balljoint stud nut, loosen it slightly and replace a cotter pin. Install the stabilizer bar to the lower control arm, installment to shock absorber, reinstall torsion bar, and reinstall 4WABS front brake anti-lock sensor wire bracket where necessary. Simulate normal ride height by lifting the lower control arm using a floor jack and loosely tightening the lower control arm pivot bolts. Install the lug nuts, wheel and lug nuts, lower the vehicle and tighten the lug nuts. Fit the skid plate where fitted. Test the ride height of both sides of the vehicle on the same side of both sides of the frame to the ground and when one side is at a higher or lower point than the other, use the torsion bar adjustment screw to adjust the vehicle, rolling up and down with each adjustment to align the suspension and provide an accurate reading.

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Ford Expedition Front Suspension Arm Assembly
Part Number: JL1Z-3085-C
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- Other Name: Arm Assembly - Front Suspension; Upper Control Arm
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaces: FL3Z-3085-B, JL1Z-3085-A, FL3Z-3085-A, JL1Z-3085-B, MCF-2325
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2018-2024 Ford Expedition | 6 Cyl 3.5 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5L GTDI | 10-Speed Automatic Transmission (10R80), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Expedition Front Suspension Arm Assembly
Part Number: 6L1Z-3084-AA
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- Other Name: Arm Assy - Front Suspension; Upper Control Arm
- Manufacturer Note: RH Upper
- Position: Passenger Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2004-2006 Ford Expedition | 8 Cyl 4.6L Romeo SOHC EFI, 8 Cyl 5.4L, 8 Cyl 5.4L Modular SOHC | 4AT 4R75W, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R70W (AODE), 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R75E Livonia, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission AODEW/4R75E W/TSS, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R75), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Expedition Front Suspension Arm Assembly
Part Number: 7L1Z-3079-A
$138.10 MSRP: $188.70
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm Assy - Front Suspension; Lower Control Arm
- Manufacturer Note: LH Lower
- Position: Driver Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2007-2008 Ford Expedition | 8 Cyl 5.4L | 4AT 4R75W, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R70W (AODE), 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R75E Livonia, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission AODEW/4R75E W/TSS, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R75), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Expedition Front Suspension Arm Assembly
Part Number: JL1Z-3085-A
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: ARM ASY - FRONT SUSPENSION
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaced by: JL1Z-3085-C
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2018-2019 Ford Expedition | 6 Cyl 3.5L GTDI | 10-Speed Automatic Transmission (10R80), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Part Number: JL1Z-3084-A
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: ARM ASY - FRONT SUSPENSION
- Position: Passenger Side
- Replaced by: JL1Z-3084-B
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2018-2019 Ford Expedition | 6 Cyl 3.5L GTDI | 10-Speed Automatic Transmission (10R80), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Expedition Front Suspension Arm Assembly
Part Number: 9L3Z-3078-A
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- Other Name: Arm Assy - Front Suspension; Lower Control Arm
- Position: Passenger Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2009-2013 Ford Expedition | 8 Cyl 5.4L | 4AT 4R75W, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R70W (AODE), 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R75E Livonia, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission AODEW/4R75E W/TSS, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R75), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Part Number: 9L3Z-3079-A
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm Assy - Front Suspension; Lower Control Arm
- Position: Driver Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2009-2013 Ford Expedition | 8 Cyl 5.4L | 4AT 4R75W, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R70W (AODE), 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R75E Livonia, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission AODEW/4R75E W/TSS, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R75), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Expedition Front Suspension Arm Assembly
Part Number: EL1Z-3078-A
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm Assy - Front Suspension; Lower Control Arm
- Manufacturer Note: RH Lower
- Position: Passenger Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2014-2017 Ford Expedition | 6 Cyl 3.5L GTDI, 8 Cyl 5.4L | 4AT 4R75W, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R70W (AODE), 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R75E Livonia, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission AODEW/4R75E W/TSS, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R75), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Expedition Front Suspension Arm Assembly
Part Number: EL1Z-3079-A
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm Assy - Front Suspension; Lower Control Arm
- Manufacturer Note: LH Lower
- Position: Driver Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2014-2017 Ford Expedition | 6 Cyl 3.5L GTDI, 8 Cyl 5.4L | 4AT 4R75W, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R70W (AODE), 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R75E Livonia, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission AODEW/4R75E W/TSS, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R75), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Expedition Front Suspension Arm Assembly
Part Number: BL3Z-3084-A
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm Assy - Front Suspension
- Manufacturer Note: RH Upper
- Position: Passenger Side Upper
- Replaced by: EL3Z-3084-B
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2010-2013 Ford Expedition | 8 Cyl 5.4L | 4AT 4R75W, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R70W (AODE), 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R75E Livonia, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission AODEW/4R75E W/TSS, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R75), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Expedition Front Suspension Arm Assembly
Part Number: EL3Z-3084-A
$125.71 MSRP: $203.64
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm Assy - Front Suspension
- Manufacturer Note: RH Upper
- Position: Passenger Side Upper
- Replaced by: EL3Z-3084-B
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2014-2017 Ford Expedition | 6 Cyl 3.5L GTDI, 8 Cyl 5.4L | 4AT 4R75W, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R70W (AODE), 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R75E Livonia, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission AODEW/4R75E W/TSS, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R75), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Expedition Front Suspension Arm Assembly
Part Number: EL3Z-3085-A
$125.71 MSRP: $203.64
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm Assy - Front Suspension
- Manufacturer Note: LH Upper
- Position: Driver Side Upper
- Replaced by: EL3Z-3085-B
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2014-2017 Ford Expedition | 6 Cyl 3.5L GTDI, 8 Cyl 5.4L | 4AT 4R75W, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R70W (AODE), 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R75E Livonia, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission AODEW/4R75E W/TSS, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R75), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Expedition Front Suspension Arm Assembly
Part Number: 9L3Z-3085-A
$125.71 MSRP: $203.64
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm Assy - Front Suspension
- Manufacturer Note: LH Upper
- Position: Driver Side Upper
- Replaced by: EL3Z-3085-B
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2009-2010 Ford Expedition | 8 Cyl 5.4L | 4AT 4R75W, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R70W (AODE), 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R75E Livonia, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission AODEW/4R75E W/TSS, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R75), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Expedition Front Suspension Arm Assembly
Part Number: 9L3Z-3084-A
$125.71 MSRP: $203.64
You Save: $77.93 (39%)
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm Assy - Front Suspension
- Manufacturer Note: RH Upper
- Position: Passenger Side Upper
- Replaced by: EL3Z-3084-B
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2009-2010 Ford Expedition | 8 Cyl 5.4L | 4AT 4R75W, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R70W (AODE), 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R75E Livonia, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission AODEW/4R75E W/TSS, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R75), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Expedition Front Suspension Arm Assembly
Part Number: NL3Z-3085-A
$260.51 MSRP: $434.55
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: ARM ASY - FRONT SUSPENSION; Lower Control Arm, Upper Control Arm
- Position: Driver Side
- Replaces: MCF-2540, ML3Z-3085-A, ML3Z-3085-C
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2025 Ford Expedition | 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Ford Expedition Front Suspension Arm Assembly
Part Number: JL1Z-3084-B
$121.22 MSRP: $196.36
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm Assembly - Front Suspension; Upper Control Arm
- Position: Passenger Side
- Replaces: JL1Z-3084-A
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2018-2024 Ford Expedition | 6 Cyl 3.5 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5L GTDI | 10-Speed Automatic Transmission (10R80), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Expedition Front Suspension Arm Assembly
Part Number: NL1Z-3085-A
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: ARM ASY - FRONT SUSPENSION; Upper Control Arm
- Position: Driver Side
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2022-2025 Ford Expedition | 6 Cyl 3.5 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS
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Ford Expedition Rear Suspension Arm Assembly
Part Number: JL1Z-5500-F
$118.56 MSRP: $173.33
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: ARM ASY - REAR SUSPENSION; Rear Upper Control Arm, Tie Rod, Upper Arm
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: JL1Z-5500-D, JL1Z-5500-A, JL1Z-5500-E
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2018-2024 Ford Expedition | 6 Cyl 3.5 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5L GTDI | 10-Speed Automatic Transmission (10R80), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Expedition Rear Suspension Arm Assembly
Part Number: JL1Z-5500-G
$104.46 MSRP: $176.18
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Product Specifications
- Other Name: ARM ASY - REAR SUSPENSION; Trailing Arm
- Position: Rear
- Replaces: JL1Z-5500-C, MCS-190157, JL1Z-5500-B
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2018-2024 Ford Expedition | 6 Cyl 3.5 L FLEX, 6 Cyl 3.5 L GAS, 6 Cyl 3.5L GTDI | 10-Speed Automatic Transmission (10R80), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)
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Ford Expedition Front Suspension Arm Assembly
Part Number: 6L1Z-3084-BR
Product Specifications
- Other Name: Arm Assy - Front Suspension
- Manufacturer Note: RH Upper
- Position: Passenger Side Upper
- Warranty: This genuine part is guaranteed by Ford's factory warranty.
Fits the following Vehicles:
- 2006 Ford Expedition | 8 Cyl 5.4L | 4AT 4R75W, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R70W (AODE), 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4R75E Livonia, 4-Speed Automatic Transmission AODEW/4R75E W/TSS, 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R75), 6-Speed Automatic Transmission (6R80), Four-Wheel Drive (Part Time) (Left Hand Drive), Left Hand Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive (Left Hand Drive)

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Ford Expedition Control Arm

The Control Arm in Ford Expedition simply translates the movement of the frame to the wheels and houses other spare parts including; shocks and springs. These arms turn in relation to the road's surface and help the wheels to rotate in a vertical motion. Ford Expedition Control Arms come in different designs and forging materials; the types that are found in more advanced models are cast iron or aluminum. However, common chasis wear items such as bushings and ball joints may sometimes have to be replaced as they are relatively durable. Aluminum and high-strength steel performance control arms are also offered for the for high-speed application or for modified car models. Further, control arm bushings, and hardware are available; that can be either used to replace OE arms or adjust the mounting position for improved alignment.

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Ford Expedition Control Arm Parts Questions & Experts Answers

Front Suspension Arm Assembly
XL3Z-3084-AA
Q: How to remove and install the lower control arm on Ford Expedition?
A:
On 2WD models, when the vehicle has Air Suspension, then turn off the air suspension system by using the switch that is in the position of the right kick panel. Unscrew the lug nuts of the wheels, jack the vehicle up and hold it on jackstands and then take out the wheel. Disassemble the disc brake caliper, brake pads, caliper anchor bracket and the disc then the disc brake splash shield. Take out the shock absorber and separate the brake hose bracket with the lower control arm. Un screw the front stabilizer bar link nut. Install the compressor with the help of the appropriate coil spring compressor and compress the coil spring. Install the balljoint and screw the Steering Knuckle and ballstud nut. Install the bracket of the 4WABS front brake anti-lock sensor and screw the bolt firmly. Install the lug nuts, wheel and lug nuts, lower the vehicle and tighten the lug nuts. Install tightening of the upper arm pivot bolt nuts, front nut to be installed first, and reconnect the air suspension system where fitted. In 4WD models with air suspension system, shut it off, loosen the wheel lug nuts, lift the vehicle, put on jackstands and then undo the wheel. Removing of skid plate when fitted. When the car is equipped with a 4-wheel antilock brake system (4WABS) detach the bracket of the anti-lock sensor wire of the front brake control arm. Take off the Torsion Bar, dis-attach the shock absorber with the lower control arm and the stabilizer bar with the lower control arm. Unscrew the lower balljoint of the steering knuckle with an appropriate puller, handle the loosened ballstud nut attached to the ballstud to avoid violent separation. Take out the lower control arm pivot bolts, nuts and washers and then take out the lower control arm. Inspect the bushings in case of damage or wear. Replacement of control arm should be done when it has welded-in bushings that cannot be replaced, replaceable bushings may be used, then press with special adapters or bring control arm to a repair shop. To install, elevate the control arm into place and add the control arm pivot bolts, washers and nuts but do not tighten them fully at this stage, so that the threaded sections are facing forward. Lift the lower control arm using a floor jack until the balljoint stud is able to fit into the steering knuckle hole, add the balljoint stud nut, loosen it slightly and replace a cotter pin. Install the stabilizer bar to the lower control arm, installment to shock absorber, reinstall torsion bar, and reinstall 4WABS front brake anti-lock sensor wire bracket where necessary. Simulate normal ride height by lifting the lower control arm using a floor jack and loosely tightening the lower control arm pivot bolts. Install the lug nuts, wheel and lug nuts, lower the vehicle and tighten the lug nuts. Fit the skid plate where fitted. Test the ride height of both sides of the vehicle on the same side of both sides of the frame to the ground and when one side is at a higher or lower point than the other, use the torsion bar adjustment screw to adjust the vehicle, rolling up and down with each adjustment to align the suspension and provide an accurate reading.