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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006HHR L4-2.4LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTEERING AND SUSPENSIONSUSPENSIONCONTROL ARMCONTROL ARM BUSHINGSERVICE AND REPAIRFRONT SUSPENSION
2006 Chevrolet HHR L4-2.4L
Front Suspension
2006 Chevrolet HHR L4-2.4LSECTION Front Suspension
Lower Control Arm Bushings Replacement
^ Tools Required
- J 41211 Front Control Arm Bushing Set
Removal Procedure
1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting
2. Remove the lower control arm.
3. Wrap the control arm with a shop towel and place it in a vise.
4. Important:
Note the depth and orientation of the old bushing before removal.
Using the J 41211, pull the control arm bushing through the control arm.
5. Disassemble the tools and remove the bushing.
Installation Procedure
1. Place the NEW bushing to the tapered side of the control arm.
2. Using the J 41211, pull the control arm bushing through the opposite direction of the control arm.
3. Install the bushing to the same depth and orientation as noted during removal.
4. Remove the J 41211 from the control arm.
5. Install the control arm.
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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.