Honda Accord ESM 2003 · Service Manual Service Manual 2003

Rear Upper Arm Removal/Installation (4D)

Rear Upper Arm Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required
Ball joint remover, 28 mm (  07MAC-SL00200)

S80WA00SMACSL0T0200000D01



1.Remove the clip (A) from the upper arm ball joint, and loosen the nut (B).

NOTE: During installation, install the new clip after tightening the nut as shown.

SEA3EK0B44100062201KDAD0107MAC-SL00200AB
12 x 1.25 mm
54-64 N·m
(5.5-6.5 kgf·m,
40-47 lbf·ft)

2.Disconnect the upper arm ball joint from the knuckle using the special tool.

3.Remove the brake hose mounting bracket (A). Do not disconnect the brake line.

SEA3EK0B44100062201KDAD026 x 1.0 mm
9.8 N·m
(1.0 kgf·m,
7.2 lbf·ft)BA8 x 1.25 mm
22 N·m
(2.2 kgf·m,
16 lbf·ft)

4.Remove the wheel sensor harness mounting bracket (B).

5.Remove the flange bolt (A), and remove the upper arm (B).

SEA3EK0B44100062201KDAD03BA
12 x 1.25 mm
59 N·m (6.0 kgf·m, 43 lbf·ft)

6.Install the upper arm in the reverse order of removal, and note these items;

  • Be careful not to damage the ball joint boot when connecting the upper arm to the knuckle.
  • Tighten all mounting hardware to the specified torque values.
  • Tighten the castle nut to the lower torque specification, then tighten it only far enough to align the slot with the hole in the stud. Do not align the castle nut by loosening it.
  • Before installing the wheel, clean the mating surface on the brake disc and inside of the wheel.
  • Check the wheel alignment, and adjust it if necessary.