Lower control arm replacement?

2002 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER

176,000 MILES • 3.3L • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC

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I'm refurbishing the vehicle listed above and now I'm replacing the lower control arms. I'm putting on new motor mounts while everything is apart too. I really like y'alls videos, very detailed and easy to follow. Wish y'all could do a video on control arm replacement. What would be the steps to do this job? Any advice or tips? I'm doing this in my driveway. Where would I place wood blocks to raise the engine to remove the mounts?
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Ron

Oct 4, 2022 at 11:56 AM

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Hello,

See below for the lower control arm replacement procedure. It has all the torque specifications as well.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/lower-control-arm-bushing-replacement

You should be able to lift the vehicle using the factory recommended lifting spot under the vehicle, below the front door on the frame.

Here is a helpful guide on best practices on lifting up the vehicle:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/jack-up-and-lift-your-car-safely

Let me know if you have any questions.
Thank you.

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Oct 4, 2022 at 6:07 PM