GM 15232501
Lower Control Arm Bushing

To replace the lower Control Arm bushings: first, follow and support the vehicle. Then take off the lower Control Arm and wrap it with shop towel before putting it in a vise. It is essential to note the depth and orientation of old bush before the removal. Attach front Control Arm Bushing set (J 41211) and pull the Control Arm through the Control Arm bush and then disassemble tool to remove bushing. For installation, put the new bushing on the tapered side of the Control Arm and simply use the front Control Arm Bushing set (J 41211) in the reverse of the Control Arm to pull the Control Arm Bushing through. Make sure the bushing is planted at the same depth and position of the Control Arm noted at removal and remove the Control Arm front Control Arm Bushing set (J 41211) from the Control Arm and rentall sorts the Control Arm.

Start by lifting and supporting your vehicle before proceeding with the lower Control Arm Bushing replacement. Place the Control Arm in a vise after covering it with a shop towel when removing it from the vehicle. You should record the length and direction of the original bushing right before you take it out. The front Control Arm Bushing set (J 41211) should be used to pull the bushing through the Control Arm. Next remove the disassembled bushing from its tools. Put the new bushing onto the tapered side of the Control Arm before using the front Control Arm Bushing set (J 41211) to push the Control Arm Bushing through in the correct direction. Follow the exact depth and position which you recorded during bushing removal before removing (J 41211) set from Control Arm for its reinstall.

Disassemble the tools and remove the bushing.

Wrap the control arm with a shop towel and secure it in a vise, noting the depth and orientation of the old bushing.

Tighten the axle bushing through bolts to 90 Nm (66 ft. lbs.) +60 degrees.

Raise and support the vehicle.

Place the new bushing on the tapered side of the control arm.

The Front Control Arm Bushing Set (J 41211).

Temporarily re-install the lower shock absorber bolts to support the rear axle.

Temporarily re-install the lower shock absorber bolts to support the rear axle.

Place the new bushing on the tapered side of the control arm.

The rubber end should face inboard, and the largest notch of the bushing should align with that of the wheel hub center.

Detach the rear brake hose brackets from the body and remove the lower shock bolts, ensuring not to kink the brake pipes while lowering the axle to remove the coil springs.