Thread: Do you have to remove springs to replace upper control arm?
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Old 01-17-2009, 02:54 PM
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The shock absorber is supposed to limit LCA travel so the spring stays in place. I'd set the LCA on a jack or jackstand to be safe.

I don't remember if the UCA has to be in the normal ride height position when torquing the bolt through the inboard bushing.

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