Galco

I have searched but didn't find much in details. Can anyone here offer DIY instruction on how to replace LCA on my 2004 LS430? My plan is to replace the arms rather than the trouble of removing and pressing in new bushings (if that is indeed an option). Looking for some specifics on what special tools maybe required; pickle fork, puller, etc. Also any trouble spots to watch out for as well as torque specs would be most appreciated.

Any suggestions on replacement parts and where to purchase, i.e. quality aftermarket or OEM?

Thanks in advance.

Cheers,

Galco

Lynzoid

Front bushings are integral and non-replaceable. No non-original replacement arms.
Otherwise, off the top of my head, just unbolt the ball joint, take off the rear bushing and it's mounting plate, then unbolt the front bushing from the subframe and remove the LCA.
Please pm me later if you want some info from shop manual (if there's anything there about torques etc).

HiloDB1

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Are you talking about the front or rear lower control arms?

Galco

I should have noted in OP, Fronts LCAs - Thanks

HiloDB1

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http://lexus.sewellparts.com/oem-cat...S430-2001.html

Here is a exploded diagram of the front suspension should give you an idea of whats going on.

username32

If you're talking about the big bushing on the rear side on the arm its not part of the arm as the arm comes like this:

Galco

Thanks, sent you a PM.

KING

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Back from the dead!

Anyone got better instructions for the LCA swap?

Need to do mine tomorrow..