Loosen the wheel lug nuts, raise the front of the vehicle, and support it securely on jackstands while applying the parking brake before removing the wheel. Support the lower control arm with a floor jack, ensuring the
Steering Knuckle does not fall outward to avoid damaging the brake hose; tying the steering knuckle to the coil spring can help prevent this. Remove the upper balljoint-to-steering knuckle pinch bolt and detach the balljoint from the steering knuckle. Unbolt the brake line bracket from the frame, remove the fasteners, and detach the upper control arm from the frame before taking out the arm. Inspect the bushings for wear and deterioration; if they are cracked or damaged, take the arm to an automotive machine shop for new bushings. Installation follows the reverse order of removal, with all suspension fasteners tightened to the specified torque values, and the pivot bolt(s) tightened with the vehicle at normal ride height, which can be achieved by bouncing the vehicle after assembly or by raising the lower control arm with a floor jack. Finally, tighten the lug nuts to the specified torque and consider having the wheel alignment checked and adjusted if necessary.