1998 Dodge Ram Change Front Left Idler Arm Bearings Went Out On Trip Had

1998 DODGE RAM

160,000 MILES

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I need to change the front left idler arm. The bearings went out on a trip and had a dealership change them for me. They said the idler arm needed to be changed and wanted to change an extra $150 to do it. I looked it up online and it doesn't seem to hard. Just need the steps or any tips to make sure I am ding it correctly.

Thanks.

Dec 25, 2012 at 5:11 AM

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Dec 25, 2012 at 6:41 AM

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