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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2004CELICA GT, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 176 (FRONT SUSPENSION)REMOVAL & INSTALLATIONLOWER CONTROL ARMINSTALLATION
2004 Toyota Celica GT, Standard
Lower Control Arm: Installation
2004 Toyota Celica GT, StandardSECTION Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Lexus LS 430, 2003 Lexus LS 430, and 2002 Lexus LS 430. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Using Special Tool (09613-26010, 09950-60010 - 09951-00650) and a press, install bushing. See Fig 1. For Special Tool (09613-26010), use 2 thicker half-rings as a pair. Index tab of new bushing should be at a right angle (plus or minus 5 degrees) to center of bracket, and facing downwards when seen from outside vehicle. See Fig 2.
- To complete installation, reverse removal procedure. Tighten fasteners to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Check wheel alignment. See appropriate SPECIFICATIONS & PROCEDURES article in WHEEL ALIGNMENT.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.