REAR UPPER ARM REMOVAL

Tech Tips


  • Use the same procedures for the RH side and LH side.

  • The procedures listed below are for the LH side.


  1. REMOVE REAR WHEEL

  2. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL

    Note

    When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected Click here.

    Note

    w/ Navigation System:

    After the engine switch is turned off, the HDD navigation system requires approximately 6 minutes to record various types of memory and settings. As a result, after turning the engine switch off, wait 6 minutes or more before disconnecting the cable from the negative (-) battery terminal.

  3. REMOVE REAR HEIGHT CONTROL SENSOR SUB-ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A01ERBU

      Disconnect the connector and 2 clamps.

    2. A01EQED

      Remove the 2 bolts, nut and sensor.

  4. DISCONNECT SPEED SENSOR WIRE HARNESS


    1. A01ENC8

      Remove the bolt and disconnect the speed sensor wire harness from the upper control arm.

  5. REMOVE UPPER ARM BUSH HEAT INSULATOR


    1. A01ES7N

      Remove the bolt and upper arm bush heat insulator.

  6. SUPPORT REAR AXLE HOUSING ASSEMBLY


    1. A01EORT

      Support the rear axle housing with a jack using a wooden block to avoid damage.

  7. REMOVE REAR UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY LH


    1. A01ESBS

      Remove the 2 nuts, 2 washers, 2 bolts and upper control arm.