Lower arm (Freelander 2)

Special tool

204-619 G-Clamp

205-857 Remover, Halfshaft

211-316 Separator, Ball Joint

Removal

1. Remove the mixing chamber panel. Refer to procedure: Mixing Chamber (412-01 Climate Control, Removal and Installation).

2. Release the hood support posts and secure the hood in a vertical position.



3. Raise and support the vehicle.

WARNING: Ensure that the vehicle is supported securely.

4. Remove the wheel and tire assembly. Refer to procedure: Wheel and Tire (204-04 Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).

5. Compress the spring assembly with the shock absorber. Special tool(s): 204-619.

NOTE: This step requires the assistance of a second mechanic.

6. Remove the front axle bolt and discard it.





7. Partially release the front axle shaft from the steering knuckle. Special tool(s): 205-857

8. Partially release the front axle shaft from the steering knuckle.

CAUTION: To avoid damage to the ball joint, do not allow the axle shaft to hang unsupported at one end.

9.

CAUTION: Install a new lower control arm ball joint nut.

CAUTION: Do not allow the ball joint to rotate.

10. Special tool(s): 211-316





11. Remove the lower arm bolts and discard them.

Installation

• Install the lower control arm.
• Tighten bolt 1. Tightening torque: Step 1: 140 Nm, Step 2: 45°
• Tighten bolt 2 with force. Tightening torque: 175 Nm
• Tighten bolt 3 with force. Tightening torque: 175 Nm

NOTE: Be sure to use new nuts and bolts.

2. Tightening torque: 100 Nm

CAUTION: Install a new lower control arm ball joint nut.

CAUTION: Do not allow the ball joint to rotate.

3. Partially insert the front axle shaft into the steering knuckle.

CAUTION: To avoid damage to the ball joint, do not allow the axle shaft to hang unsupported at one end.

4. Remove the load from the spring/shock absorber assembly and remove the special tool.

NOTE: This step requires the assistance of a second mechanic.

5. Install the new front axle bolt. Tightening torque: Step 1: 45 Nm, Step 2: 80°

Be sure to use a new bolt.

Make sure the brake hose is not kinked and is installed correctly.

6. Install the wheel. Refer to the procedure: Wheel and Tire (204-04 Wheels and Tires, Removal and Installation).



7. Lower the hood and secure the support posts in the clamps.

8. Install the collection chamber panel. Refer to procedure: Mixing Chamber (412-01 Climate Control, Removal and Installation).