Upper Control Arm (Forged): Reassembly

1996 Audi A4 Base, StandardSECTION Reassembly
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  1. Install bonded rubber bushing at right angle to control arm. See Fig 1 . Install 3288/2 and 3350/2 pressure pieces as shown together with bolts and press in bushing up to stop in control arm eye.
    Fig 1: Installing Forged Upper Control Arm Inner Bushing
    G00075007Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Using press, install outer bushing into upper control arm. See Fig 2 . Bushing can be installed with slit in outer cover in any installed position. Press in bushing up to stop.
    Fig 2: Installing Forged Upper Control Arm Outer Bushing
    G00075008Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, INC.
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