1. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
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1
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Bolt
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2
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Dynamic damper
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3
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Bolt (Lower arm ball joint)
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4
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Bracket
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5
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Nut
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6
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Lower arm component
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7
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Stopper
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8
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Dust boot
(See Dust Boot Removal Note.)
(See Dust Boot Installation Note.)
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9
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Lower arm bushing (front)
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10
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Lower arm bushing (rear)
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2. Install in the reverse order of removal.
1. Remove the dust boot using a chisel, being careful not to damage the ball joint and the arm.
1. Cut away the projecting rubber of the lower arm bushing.
2. Set the SST onto the lower arm, and remove the bushing.
1. Mark the lower arm as shown in the figure by aligning with the small projection of the lower arm bushing (rear) for proper installation.
2. Remove the lower arm bushing using the SSTs and a press.
1. Align the mark of the lower arm and the small projection of the lower arm bushing (rear) as shown in the figure.
2. Set the lower arm onto the SST (49 L034 201).
3. Press the new lower arm bushing using the SST (49 L034 202).
1. Install a new bushing, and pull it into the lower arm using the SST.
1. Wipe the grease off the ball stud.
2. Fill the inside of the new dust boot with grease.
3. Press the boot onto the ball joint using the SST.
4. Wipe away the excess grease.
