I need to replace bent lower control arm from my daughters Tercel. I found a nice one at junkyard. Also found that the main pivot bolt the connects the arm to the frame is a hard one to handle by hand. I was able to loosen the bolt by hand, turning it about 4 time. After that, it became stuck. Plan on putting impact wrench on it tonight, but am concered I will snap the bolt. I guess I would like to know if this bolt is suppose to be this stubborn, and if this is normal.
Removing Control arm from 97 tercel
Nov 21, 2005
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It is common for suspension bolts to corrode over time and become difficult to turn. Before you put the impact wrench to it, try giving it a shot of penetrating fluid.
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