How to install upper control arm bushings in the S10?
Remove the upper control arm’s cotter pin with a pair of pliers and loosen the ball stud nut with a socket wrench. Place a spring compressor onto the coil spring to prevent any injuries that may occur from the coil spring going off. Use a flathead screwdriver to break loose the ball joint from the steering knuckle.
How do you remove bushing from car control arm?
Jack up the car and put in on stands. From there, slightly raise the upper control arm and remove all the necessary cotter pins and bolts. Once the upper control arm is out, you’ll need to remove the bushings. While hydraulic presses are the easiest way to get them out, they aren’t necessary.
What are the bushings on an S-10 truck?
In essence, the bushings act as a padding that reduces friction from the other components. If you wish to install new control arm bushings to your S-10, you will need to lift the truck in order to access the upper control arm.
How big should upper control arm bushing be?
Tighten J 22269-1 until the bushing is positioned on the shaft and the upper control arm as shown. The measurement should be 12.8 – 13.8 mm (0.48 – 0.52 inch) on both ends. Install the washers and the nuts to the upper control arm shaft. Do not tighten the nuts.
When to replace control arm?
If the control arm on a vehicle is damaged in a crash or impact with a pothole or parking block, the suspension will be out of alignment and cause uneven tire wear and poor vehicle handling. The control arm should be replaced as soon as possible.
When do the control arms need to be replaced?
- Test drive the car on the freeway. Torn and worn out control arms or bent control arms will cause a car’s steering to vibrate.
- the control arm bushings may be worn or the arms themselves may be bent.
- Drive the vehicle around a series or corners and also pay attention to how it behaves in a straight line.
What is a bad control arm?
A “bad control arm” really means there’s a bad ball joint or worn control arm bushings. When these components fail you can experience symptoms ranging from clunking noises to steering wander.
When should you replace bushings?
While there’s no set schedule, the bushings may wear out and need to be replaced as a vehicle approaches 100,000 miles. Driving aggressively or over rough roads can decrease the lifespan of the control arm bushings. On some vehicle models, the bushings are permanently installed in the control arms.