2002 Honda Civic lower control arms

2002 HONDA CIVIC
150,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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JAGAHEN
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My daughter's mechanic says her lower control arms are shot. Does he just mean that the bushings are worn out? If so, do you need an arbor press to get them out and then back in again?
Nov 17, 2008 at 7:56 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there,

These bushes are normally pressed in.

Mark (mhpautos)
Nov 17, 2008 at 8:00 PM
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