Hey so I've searched the web for a few hours now trying to figure out if i can remove the rear upper control arm without having to drop the entire IRS, to no avail. Can it be done? I have to replace the bushings and would really like to avoid dropping that entire thing...
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UCA Removal?
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2004 Ford Mustang V8-4.6L SC VIN Y
Vehicle » Steering and Suspension » Suspension » Control Arm » Service and Repair » Rear
•Rear
Upper Arm-Cobra
Removal
CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital components and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A new part with the same part number must be installed if installation becomes necessary. If substitution is necessary, the part must be of the same finish and property class. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure of correct retention of these parts.
1.Mark the rear shock absorber relative to the protective sleeve with the vehicle in a static, level ground position (curb height).
2.Raise the vehicle on a hoist.
3.Remove both wheel and tire assemblies.
4.Remove the rear brake disc.
5.Remove the rear springs.
6.Raise the subframe into position and remove the front bolts.
7.Lower the subframe from the vehicle.
8.Mark the cam bolt position relative to the upper suspension arm and bushing.
9.NOTE: Mark a new cam bolt in the same position as the old one for assembly reference before discarding the old bolt.
Disconnect the upper suspension arm and bushing from the knuckle.
1 Remove and discard the nut and bolt.
2 Disconnect the upper suspension arm and bushing.
10.Remove the upper suspension arm and bushing.
1 Remove and discard the nuts and bolts.
2 Remove the upper suspension arm and bushing.
Installation
CAUTION: The upper suspension arm and bushing nuts must be tightened with the suspension at curb height. Failure to do so can result in bushing failure, resulting in poor ride and handling.
NOTE: If installing a new upper suspension arm and bushing, mark the cam bolt side of the new arm in the same position as the old arm for assembly reference.
1.Install the upper suspension arm and bushing.
1 Position the arm and bushing on the subframe.
2 Install new bolts and nuts. Do not tighten the nuts at this time.
2.Connect the upper suspension arm and bushing to the knuckle.
1 Position the arm and bushing.
2 Install a new cam bolt and a new nut. Do not tighten the nut at this time.
3.Raise the subframe into position and install new front bolts.
4.Install the springs.
5.Position a jack stand under the lower suspension arm and bushing.
6.Raise the suspension until the shock absorber is compressed to the alignment mark (curb height).
7.Tighten the nuts.
8.Position the cam bolt so the marks are aligned. Tighten the nut.
9.Lower the suspension and remove the jack stand.
10.Install the rear brake disc.
11.Install the wheel and tire assembly.
12.Lower the vehicle.
13.Check wheel alignment, adjust if necessary.
2004 Ford Mustang V8-4.6L SC VIN Y
Vehicle » Steering and Suspension » Suspension » Control Arm » Service and Repair » Rear
•Rear
Upper Arm-Cobra
Removal
CAUTION: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital components and systems and their failure can result in major service expense. A new part with the same part number must be installed if installation becomes necessary. If substitution is necessary, the part must be of the same finish and property class. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure of correct retention of these parts.
1.Mark the rear shock absorber relative to the protective sleeve with the vehicle in a static, level ground position (curb height).
2.Raise the vehicle on a hoist.
3.Remove both wheel and tire assemblies.
4.Remove the rear brake disc.
5.Remove the rear springs.
6.Raise the subframe into position and remove the front bolts.
7.Lower the subframe from the vehicle.
8.Mark the cam bolt position relative to the upper suspension arm and bushing.
9.NOTE: Mark a new cam bolt in the same position as the old one for assembly reference before discarding the old bolt.
Disconnect the upper suspension arm and bushing from the knuckle.
1 Remove and discard the nut and bolt.
2 Disconnect the upper suspension arm and bushing.
10.Remove the upper suspension arm and bushing.
1 Remove and discard the nuts and bolts.
2 Remove the upper suspension arm and bushing.
Installation
CAUTION: The upper suspension arm and bushing nuts must be tightened with the suspension at curb height. Failure to do so can result in bushing failure, resulting in poor ride and handling.
NOTE: If installing a new upper suspension arm and bushing, mark the cam bolt side of the new arm in the same position as the old arm for assembly reference.
1.Install the upper suspension arm and bushing.
1 Position the arm and bushing on the subframe.
2 Install new bolts and nuts. Do not tighten the nuts at this time.
2.Connect the upper suspension arm and bushing to the knuckle.
1 Position the arm and bushing.
2 Install a new cam bolt and a new nut. Do not tighten the nut at this time.
3.Raise the subframe into position and install new front bolts.
4.Install the springs.
5.Position a jack stand under the lower suspension arm and bushing.
6.Raise the suspension until the shock absorber is compressed to the alignment mark (curb height).
7.Tighten the nuts.
8.Position the cam bolt so the marks are aligned. Tighten the nut.
9.Lower the suspension and remove the jack stand.
10.Install the rear brake disc.
11.Install the wheel and tire assembly.
12.Lower the vehicle.
13.Check wheel alignment, adjust if necessary.
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